Dress for Success
What color shirt is usually safest for a job interview?
Neutral, or white
How early should you arrive for an interview?
10-15 minutes early.
What is one common interview question?
Tell me about yourself
Should you ask questions at the end of an interview?
Absolutely!!!
What should you do with your phone in an interview?
Turn it off or silence it
True or False: Wearing wrinkled clothes to an interview is okay if you have experience
False.
What should you do if you're running late?
Call and let the employer know immediately.
What should you do before answering a difficult question?
Take a moment to think
What questions do you NOT ask in an interview?
What do you pay? What are my days off? Is there a point system? What are my benefits?
True or False: Chewing gum is best for having fresh breath in an interview.
FALSE: it is unprofessional
Name one thing you should avoid wearing to an interview.
Hats, sunglasses, ripped jeans, offensive clothing, excessive jewelry, etc
True or False: Arriving 30 minutes early is ideal.
False. Too early can be inconvenient.
True or False: When discussing job history, if you have worked with a competitor of the business, you should tell them all the bad stuff about your past employment with the competitor.
False
What question can you ask to find out about the culture?
Can you describe the work environment
What is something you should avoid doing during an interview?
Interrupting
What should you do with your shoes before an interview?
Clean and polish them.
Why should you know the route before interview day?
To avoid getting lost or arriving late.
What is a good way to answer questions about weaknesses?
Mention a weakness and explain how you're improving it.
How may questions should you have prepared?
3-4
True or False: If you uploaded a resume at application, you don't need to bring any with you
FALSE: It could be a panel, or they may want to reference it
Why is dressing professionally important?
It creates a positive first impression and shows respect for the opportunity.
What should you bring with you to an interview?
Copies of your resume, a pen, notepad, and references if requested
What should you use when giving examples of past work experiences?
Specific examples of skills and accomplishments.
What is the thing you DO NOT talk about in an interview?
Your personal life
When asked about your background, you should tell them all the circumstances that led up to your arrest.
NO. It lacks accountability and is irrelevant