TrainingBriefs® Behavior-Based Interviewing: Target of the Question

A behavior-based interview uses a structured interview that organizes questions under job skills, or competencies. Clear, pre-planned questions help the candidate know how to answer. But often a candidate’s initial answer isn’t enough. In this course, we’ll explore the topic of returning to the target of the question.
The probing strategy is used when the candidate either didn’t answer the question or when the candidate’s answer does not include a specific example.