How do you use storytelling in a job interview?
A story shares events, facts, and outcomes wrapped in an engaging narrative. The compelling takeaway is that people remember stories more than they remember a recitation of facts and figures.
So, what kind of stories can you use?
“When you are preparing for a job interview, do your homework. Understand the employer’s needs and use a story to show how to deliver exceptional results.“
John G Self
Stories about:
- Your early life – experiences, values that define who you are today
- Building a successful team
- Overcoming adversity
- Improving outcomes, or
- Winning a new customer
When you are preparing for a job interview, do your homework. Understand the employer’s needs and use a story to show how to deliver exceptional results.
Before you push back, I had never met someone who did not have an interesting story to tell.
Want to learn more? We will show you how to master this skill in our new online, on-demand career management course, Guiding Your Career, debuting later this month.