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Competency-based interview

A competency-based interview asks questions designed to test specific skills and behaviors, such as leadership or problem solving, by asking for evidence from past experience.

Read the job description for the competencies it names, then prepare one strong story for each. Use STAR to keep stories focused.

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Written by · Last updated October 4, 2026