Behavior Based Interviews - How To Succeed

As companies recruit from a larger and better qualified applicant pool, many have started to use what is called the "Behavior Based" interview process. The number one reasons that companies have opted for this process is that they are able to find out how you preformed in your past job experiences - using it as a method to see you would act in the future.
Many companies will hire consultants to develop questions that will key in on the competencies that are important for the job.
The person conducting the interview, many times will have been trained in how to "drill down" with various questions to get each candidate to provide details from their initial answer.
Many HR professionals have found over the years that this interview process makes the hiring process more objective and enables them to hire the most qualified candidate.
So preparing for this type of interview involves you spending some time writing down your success stories from your past jobs. Spend a little time practicing how you can quantify your past successes. Remember, these types of interviews are data driven, so the more you can quantify your success the better your chance of being the ideal candidate. Good luck with the interview.