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S.H.A.R.E. Method

Situation, Hindrance, Action, Result, Evaluation: the most thorough interview framework.

Last updated Jun 25, 2026·

What & why

What it is
SHARE is a five-part behavioral interview framework: Situation (the context), Hindrance (the obstacle that made it hard), Action (what you did), Result (the outcome), and Evaluation (what you learned or would change). The Hindrance beat names the difficulty explicitly, and the Evaluation beat adds reflection that most frameworks omit. This makes it well suited to senior interviews and questions about failure, where judgment and learning matter as much as the result.
Why it works

SHARE works because it shows growth mindset and self-awareness, qualities highly valued in leadership roles. The evaluation component signals that you learn from experiences rather than just execute tasks, making you appear more mature and coachable.

Before & after

Before

“The project was successful. I learned a lot from it.”

After

“We were launching in a new market (Situation) with no local expertise (Hindrance). I partnered with a local consultancy and ran pilot tests (Action), achieving 120% of first-year targets (Result). Next time, I'd start the local partnership even earlier to accelerate learning (Evaluation).”

When you’ll use it

Senior-level and executive interviews

Leadership and management position interviews

Questions about failures and lessons learned

Behavioral questions requiring reflection and growth

Pro tip

Set up, name the barrier, show the solution, prove impact, reflect on learning.

Questions & answers

When should I use SHARE instead of STAR?

Use SHARE for senior roles or when questions ask about growth, failures, or lessons learned. The evaluation component is particularly valuable for leadership positions where self-awareness matters.

What makes a good evaluation in SHARE?

A good evaluation shows genuine reflection: what would you do differently, what surprised you, or how this experience shaped your approach. Avoid generic statements like 'I learned teamwork is important.'

Is SHARE too long for most interview answers?

SHARE can run longer, so be concise in each section. The evaluation can be brief (even one sentence shows reflection). If time is limited, the interviewer will appreciate that you demonstrate self-awareness.

Watch this in action

See how speakers use s.h.a.r.e. method in real speeches.

Darren Tay — Outsmart, Outlast

Outsmart, Outlast

Darren Tay

7:05
Verity Price — A Great Read

A Great Read

Verity Price

7:08

World Championship of Public Speaking · 2023

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Learn more

McArthur - STAR vs SHER vs SHARE: Behavioural Interview Techniques
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