Text & chat prompt
Prepare STAR interview answers
Prepare STAR interview answers: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
Turn my story into a STAR answer. Question: [e.g. Tell me about a time you handled conflict] My story (rough): [WHAT HAPPENED] Role I am applying for: [ROLE] Write it as Situation, Task, Action, Result in about 150 words, first person. Keep the focus on what I did, not the team. End with a measurable result and a one-line lesson. Then list 3 follow-up questions the interviewer might ask.
Pro tip: Prepare 5 strong stories. Most behavioural questions can reuse one of them.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 69 words
- Fields to fill in
- WHAT HAPPENED, ROLE
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: WHAT HAPPENED, ROLE. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
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