Welcome to today’s episode. Fast Company expert Leela Summers reveals how to ace behavioral interviews by ditching the usual STAR method’s long setup and starting strong with your guiding values.

Behavioral interviews predict future performance. As one hiring manager says, “When a candidate explains how he or she thinks about solving a problem, I get a lot more insight...”

Start by naming five to eight core principles—empathy, accountability, collaboration, customer focus—and lead your answers with them. For example: “Influencing without authority was a key part of my role at ABC Company. There were three things I always tried to keep in mind: empathy, transparent communication, and relentless customer focus.”

Hook your interviewer in the first 30 seconds with your values. It changes the game and gives a clear blueprint for every story you share. Good luck!
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