✨ Activity: Uncovering Professional Assets Worksheet

Step 1. Compose Three Short Stories

Reflect on three meaningful professional or volunteer experiences: times when you overcame a challenge, acted on inspiration, took on a leadership role, or felt fulfilled. Write short stories (3–4 lines each) describing these moments.

The STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method is a structured way to answer behavioural interview questions by clearly outlining past experiences. It helps job applicants showcase their skills and problem-solving abilities.

Use the STAR approach to ensure you provide a detailed story that includes a clear beginning, middle, and end:

Beginning

• What was the Situation?
• Why did you get involved?
• Who else was involved?

Middle

• What Task were you trying to complete?
• What Actions did you take?
• What skills did you use and enjoy?
  (Think action verbs: writing, leading, planning, researching.)

End

• What was the Result or outcome?
• What strengths or values did you demonstrate?
  (Examples: learning, teamwork, recognition, or reward.)

Use the downloadable worksheet, a journal, or another format (e.g., audio recording) to capture your stories. Add a title or keyword for each to help you remember.