Anectodes? For a job interview?

The purpose of developing anecdotes for the interview is to be able to illustrate your skills and abilities to the prospective employer. Stories SHOW the employer what you are capable of rather than simply tell them what you have done in the past.

During the interview process, an interviewer may talk to 5-10 candidates for a single position. In order to stand out from the crowd, you have to be able to answer each question in a way that the interviewer will approve of and remember.

When you are able to communicate clearly with the interviewer and relate specific events which capture the essence of a particular skill or ability, you will be well ahead of your competitors.

Think of it this way:

The interviewer asks this question of candidates #1, #2 and #3: