Behavioral Event Interviewing (BEI)
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Jul 19, 2024
What: Structured interviewing technique asking candidates for specific examples from their past work experiences.
Who: Pioneered by McClelland to assess competencies, now widely used by HR departments.
Why: Helps entrepreneurs avoid “good on paper” hires. Past behavior is a better predictor of future performance than hypothetical responses.
When: For important positions where skills are critical, or when you suspect resume exaggeration.
How:
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- Develop questions focused on target competencies.
- Ask “tell me about a time when…” and dig into details.