Interview Like a Storyteller: Confident, Memorable Responses | JSG

Overview

About this session

This Job Strategy Group session focuses on helping job seekers answer interview questions in a way that is clear, confident, and memorable.

Strong interview answers are not just about having the “right” answer. They are about helping the employer understand your experience, your thinking, and the value you bring.

You will explore how to:

• Understand common interview question types
• Organize your answers with a simple structure
• Turn work experiences into clear examples
• Share your strengths without sounding rehearsed or generic
• Build confidence when answering questions under pressure

This session is designed to help job seekers feel more prepared and authentic in interviews.

What to expect

• A brief, low-pressure networking activity at the beginning
• Examples of interview questions and sample responses
• Simple frameworks you can use to organize your answers
• Group discussion and Q&A
• Guidance from RochesterWorks career advisors

Who should attend

• Job seekers preparing for upcoming interviews
• Anyone who struggles to explain their experience clearly
• Career changers who want to connect past experience to new roles
• Job seekers who feel nervous answering “Tell me about yourself” or behavioral questions

Important notes

Please be prepared to:

• Participate and engage
• Have your camera on when possible

RochesterWorks is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities by calling 585-258-3500 or TTY 800-662-1220.