Here is an example of a prompt that was entered asking for feedback on a STAR-formatted answer. In this example, the person doing the interview has already formatted a response to STAR and is asking an AI chatbot for feedback to see how it aligns with the potential job. The job being interviewed for is added to the prompt. With the response given you will see that it has a mix of helpful and unhelpful solutions. What would you keep and what would you change from the response?

Prompt:

Tell me how well this interview question answer would work for a job as an electrical apprentice: Situation:
During one of my commercial construction training projects, I was tasked with measuring and cutting drywall for an interior office build-out. It was a fast-paced environment, and I was trying to keep up with the team’s schedule.

Task:
My responsibility was to ensure that the drywall panels were measured correctly and cut to fit around electrical outlets and framing. Since precision is critical in commercial construction, any mistakes could cause delays or material waste.

Action:
In my rush, I miscalculated a few measurements and cut several pieces too short. When we went to install them, they didn’t fit properly. Instead of trying to patch the mistake, I immediately informed my supervisor. I took responsibility and worked with a teammate to quickly measure and cut new panels while minimizing waste. I also started double-checking my measurements before cutting from then on.

Result:
Although the mistake cost some extra material and time, I learned the importance of slowing down to ensure accuracy. My supervisor appreciated my honesty and initiative to fix the issue. Since then, I’ve developed a habit of verifying measurements twice before making any cuts, which has improved my precision and efficiency on the job.

CHATGPT Response:

Your response is solid and demonstrates key qualities employers look for in an electrical apprentice, such as accountability, problem-solving, and a commitment to learning from mistakes. However, since this is for an electrical apprentice position rather than a general construction role, you might want to tailor it slightly to highlight skills more directly related to electrical work.

Strengths of Your Answer:

✅ Honesty & Accountability – You admitted your mistake instead of trying to cover it up, which shows integrity.
✅ Problem-Solving & Initiative – You immediately took steps to correct the issue.
✅ Learning & Growth Mindset – You show that you adapted and improved your accuracy moving forward.
✅ Teamwork & Communication – You worked with a teammate and kept your supervisor informed.

Potential Improvements:

🔹 Tie it More to Electrical Work – Instead of drywall, consider an example involving measuring and cutting conduit, wiring, or installing electrical boxes. This would show skills more directly related to the apprentice role.
🔹 Mention Electrical Safety – Precision is critical in electrical work to avoid hazards. You could highlight how your mistake reinforced the importance of accuracy in ensuring safety and compliance with electrical codes.
🔹 Use Electrical Terminology – If possible, use terms like conduit bending, junction box placement, or wire gauge selection to make your answer more relevant.

Example Revision:

Situation: During a hands-on training project, I was responsible for measuring and cutting conduit for a commercial wiring installation. The work had to be precise to fit within code requirements and avoid rework.

Task: My job was to ensure that conduit runs were properly measured, bent, and cut to fit within designated spaces, including around existing framing and electrical boxes.

Action: In my effort to work quickly, I miscalculated a few bends and cut some conduit too short. Instead of forcing a bad fit, I immediately informed my supervisor, took responsibility, and worked with a teammate to correct the mistake efficiently while minimizing material waste. From that moment on, I made a habit of double-checking my measurements before making any cuts.

Result: While the mistake cost some extra time, my supervisor appreciated my honesty and quick thinking. Since then, my accuracy and efficiency have improved significantly, and I always verify measurements to ensure precision in electrical installations.

This revision keeps the strong elements of your original answer but makes it more relevant to electrical work. If you don’t have direct electrical experience yet, you can still use your drywall example but briefly connect it to how this lesson will apply to measuring and cutting conduit, wire, or electrical boxes.

Would you like help refining it further?