Total behavioral interview! I have not interviewed in 6+ years and was not "polished" as I should have been. I brought my arsenal of diplomas, reviews, awards, etc., that were never opened. I was asked generalized questions that required a 'story type' answer, and the feedback I got back from the recruiter was that I did not answer them in an acceptable 'STAR' format. I had never heard of that before. I was also told I picked the wrong shoes; wear flat black formal shoes!

I'm sure that I was screened and a good fit for the position, as I was told I had the technical ability to do the job but obviously failed the personality portion of the requirements.

Give me an example of a time you were under pressure and what did you do? (Story answer using the STAR method).

Do you work well in a group or solo? (I feel I answered this appropriately.)