Behavioral Interview

What is a behavioral interview? 

A behavioral interview is a job interview where candidates are asked to provide specific examples of past experiences demonstrating their skills, abilities, and behaviors relevant to the job they are applying for. This interview style is based on the premise that past behavior best predicts future performance. The candidates’ responses to the questions help the interviewers assess how they have handled various situations in the past, which can indicate how they might perform in similar circumstances in the future. 

Benefits of Behavioral Interview 

The benefits of behavioral interviews are numerous. First, they provide a more objective and structured way to evaluate candidates, reducing the likelihood of biases that can occur in more open-ended or unstructured interviews. This method helps reveal how candidates think on their feet and solve problems, offering deeper insights into their potential fit for the role. Behavioral interviews also allow interviewers to gather concrete evidence of a candidate’s skills and competencies rather than on hypothetical scenarios. Additionally, these interviews can help identify candidates who not only possess the technical skills required but also the soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication that are crucial for success in many roles.

How Mercer | Mettl can help 

Depending on the job requirements, organizations can utilize Mercer | Mettl’s behavioral tests to evaluate candidates’ potential in different job roles. These customizable tests use situational judgment tests, case lets, in-box exercises, and case study simulators to assess candidates’ potential for different job roles.  

Some of the reasons to use Mercer | Mettl are:  

Time-saving: Mercer | Mettl’s assessment platform is accessible from anywhere, anytime. It provides real-time data with detailed insights into a candidate’s performance.   

Customized as per needs: Questions, time, findings, almost everything can be customized per the organization’s needs.   

Easy-to-use: The dashboard is easy to use and understand, and no extra training is needed to create assessments.   

Red flag alerts: AI-backed proctoring ensures monitoring and flags any unethical activity.