application & resumes
before the interview
during the interview
after the interview
job interview statistics
100

What should you be prepared for when you pick up or drop off an application?

An on-the-spot interview!

100
How early should you arrive for a job interview and why?
10 or 15 minutes early to give yourself enough time to prepare
100

true/false: it is okay to answer your phone during an interview

fasle!

100
True or False: You should always ask how soon they plan to make a decision and ask for their business card Why is this true or false?
True
100

True/False: 50% of recruiters see typos or poor grammar as deal breakers

false, its 77%!

200

True or false: The average time spent reading a resume for 2022 is 6–7 seconds.

True! So make it count!

200

Name two things you should take with you to the interview: Why should you take these items with you?

list of ?'s, clipboard, pen, notebook resume, references, portfolio, contact card, etc.

200
Name two things that are most important in order to make a good first impression: Why are these two things so important?
shake hands, eye contact, positive attitude, friendly, sell yourself, dress professionally
200

True/False: you should ask for feedback on your interview, how you acted and answered questions, brought with you, etc.

True! Only 41% have received interview feedback before. Suppose you think your interview went great but have yet to get an offer; ask for feedback to improve your performance in future interviews. 

200

What percentage of job seekers get a job after submitting 10 applications?

if within 10%, you will get the points

20%

300

what is the recommended number of pages for an effective resume.

only one page (and never more than two)

300

When does the interview REALLY begin?

The moment you submit you application and later walk through their front doors

300

What is a good answer when asked about what you expect to get paid or salary expected? Why is this a good answer?

Negotiable or Open

300
How many interviews could some companies put you through before hiring you? Why would they do this?
2 or 3
300

what is the average length of the job interview process in the US?

about 23.8 days :/

400

What is one acceptable reason for the question "why did you leave your previous job"?

"School Conflict"

"Conflicting Hours"

"Better opportunities for advancement"

"Lack of Work"

"Seasonal Employment"

400
Name two things you need to do to prepare for an interview: Why is this important?
find out about the company, research company on the internet, show enthusiasm, have a positive attitude, practice in front of the mirror, mock interviews, take care of personal hygiene, prepare by reviewing interview ?'s and appropriate answers, rehearse/practice/roleplay
400

what is the average length of an in-person interview?

45-90 minutes

400

What should you do after an interview and within what timeframe should you do this? Why?

thank you letter, email, or phone call within 24 hours

400

True/False: About 92% of companies use social media platforms to look up candidates

True! 

500

roughly what percentage of people lie in their interviews (reported in the US in 2023)? 

if within 10%, you will get the points

about 40%

500

True/False: You have a 50% less chance in getting the job you are interviewing for if you do not research the given company/job you are applying for. 

True! 47% of recruiters said they would reject a candidate who had little knowledge about the company they were applying for.

500

Name two illegal or inappropriate questions you may be asked at an interview: Why are these questions illegal?

questions about age, disability, criminal record, parental status, marital status, citizenship, national origin, race, religion, or residence. 

500
Name 2 things that you should state in your follow up thank you letter or email? Why?
state your purpose, express your interest, sell yourself, thank them for taking time to interview you, add any additional information they may not have about you
500

True/False: 60% of job seekers quit while filling out online job applications because of their length or complexity 

True!

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