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How should I prepare for a behavioral interview?

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Behavioral interviews test how you've handled real-world situations in the past as a way to predict how you’re likely to perform in the future. At top companies, these interviews are taken very seriously and are just as important as technical rounds.

To prepare effectively, you’ll need to:

Understand what interviewers are looking for. At Amazon, for example, behavioral interviews are based around the company’s 16 Leadership Principles. Other companies have similar core values that they use to guide hiring decisions. You’ll be evaluated on how well your answers reflect the behaviors they value—such as ownership, customer obsession, and delivering results.
Identify your key stories. Prepare 8–10 strong examples that reflect different situations—such as leading a project, handling conflict, making a tough decision, or learning from failure. Choose stories that demonstrate both impact and your approach.
Use a structured format. Interviewers expect well-organized answers. Practice using frameworks like STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to ensure your responses are clear and outcome-focused.
Do mock interviews. Practice under pressure by doing mock interviews with an expert coach. This is one of the most effective ways to refine your delivery, get feedback, and build confidence.

For more advice on behavioral interviews, check out our guide on some of the most asked behavioral interview questions.

Question 2

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