1.2. STAR Method for Resume Bullets

Try these first

1. 1.

   Identify the four components of the STAR method.

   Hint

   Think about what each letter represents.

2. 2.

   Give one example of a measurable outcome.

   Hint

   What does measurable mean?

3. 3.

   What does STAR stand for?

   • Situation
   • Task
   • Action
   • Result
   • Structure
   • Task
   • Action
   • Result
   • Situation
   • Task
   • Achievement
   • Return

   Hint

   Remember, it’s about the order of information.

4. 4.

   True or False: The STAR method can help in both resumes and interviews.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how you prepare for interviews.

5. 5.

   Draft a STAR bullet point that highlights a time when you faced a significant challenge and overcame it, ensuring to quantify the Result.

   Hint

   Focus on the impact of your decision-making.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of an existing resume bullet not using the STAR method and rewrite it utilizing STAR principles.

   Hint

   Look for clarity and measurable outcomes.