Today's task

How to prepare for charity interviews

• Choose one competency-based interview question that you find difficult

  • If you’re not sure which one to pick, use:
    “Tell me about a time you solved a problem.”

• Write a short STAR answer for that question
  

• Check your answer for clarity and impact

  • Is it specific rather than vague?

  • Does it show evidence, alignment with values, and clarity?

  • Does most of the detail sit in Action and Result, not the backstory?

Interview confidence is rarely about personality. It’s about preparation, and the good news is that preparation is something anyone can learn.

In this video, you’ll learn what charity interview panels are really trying to assess and how to structure your answers so they are clear, relevant and confident. Panels are not only looking at your experience. They want to see how you think, how you work with others, and whether you genuinely connect with the cause.

Adam breaks down how to prepare strong examples from your own career, so you are never searching for an answer in the room. You’ll learn how to use the STAR method without sounding robotic, and how to show both competence and values alignment in the same answer. You’ll also see how to research the charity, so your answers feel specific and informed rather than rehearsed.

You’ll also cover the most common interview mistakes and how to avoid them, how to handle tricky questions calmly, and how to ask thoughtful questions at the end that leave a lasting impression. There is practical guidance on preparing for virtual interviews too, from the technology to the way you come across on screen.

Along the way, you’ll learn how to turn nerves into focus, and how to practise in a way that builds confidence rather than anxiety.

By the end, you’ll feel far more confident walking into interviews, knowing exactly what you want to communicate and why you are the right person for the role.