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Even the most iron-willed job seekers can't help but feel a little hot under the collar while that spotlight is shining down and the questions begin to sizzle. Things may be going smoothly, but then the interviewer throws you a curve ball: "Tell me about a time you showed leadership skills during a crisis situation..." Your mind draws a blank. The seconds tick by. But this is no reason to panic. Instead, focus. Use this time to think carefully and construct a measured and detailed response.

This is exactly what the STAR method was designed to assist with. The STAR method is a basic framework that helps you tell a meaningful story about your past experiences and gives the interviewer a strong sense of how you handle yourself on the job. 

You've landed that critical interview for your dream job. Now you feel like the pressure is on to absolutely nail the interview and there's a hundred different thoughts buzzing through your mind. 

Stop. Breathe. Relax. We've got you covered.

Interviews can be daunting, striking fear into the most confident of students and applicants. With conflicting information available on how to best prepare, we’ve narrowed down the top tips on how to excel at your next interview.

Remember that by securing an interview, you've already met the basic requirements of the job. That’s a great place to start!