The Power of Storytelling in Interviews
Anyone can say, “I’m a problem solver,” but let’s be real—that phrase has been used so much it’s basically background noise. What interviewers really want is proof. That’s where storytelling comes in.
Instead of listing buzzwords, use the STAR method:
Situation – What was happening?
Task – What were you responsible for?
Action – What did you actually do?
Result – How did things turn out?
This simple framework keeps your answer structured, professional, and—most importantly—memorable.
Example answer (to: “Tell me about a time you solved a problem”):
Our team faced repeated delays with vendors (Situation).
I was asked to identify the bottleneck (Task).
I set up a weekly cross-vendor check-in (Action).
Which cut project delays by a whole week in two months (Result).”
Why does this work?
It paints a picture the interviewer can follow.
It shows impact with numbers (Saved a whole week = real results).
It makes you memorable—much more than saying “I’m detail-oriented.”
Coach Advise - Stories are sticky. People remember them long after the interview ends, which is exactly what you want when they’re deciding who to hire.
