Dress
What should you carefully examine when researching a job?
the job description
Name 2 topics an interviewer should not ask about.
marital status, age, are you planning on having children, nationality
Name an action which makes an interview candidate “stand out” from other candidates that takes place AFTER the interview.
writing a thank-you letter
A female professional would want this item to be 1-2 inches tall.
heels
A person should do this to ensure that the company meets their goals and expectations.
Research the company.
What is the most common interview question?
"Tell me about yourself"
How soon after the interview should a thank you letter be sent?
The same day
List 3 things you do when you enter a room for an interview?
introduce yourself, shake hands, smile, make eye contact
The color of a man’s shoes should be ....
the same color as his belt
How early should you arrive to an interview?
20-15 minutes before the scheduled time.
Name an item that you should have following the interview.
the interview contact information
It takes less than how many seconds for a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant?
15 seconds
The length of a woman's dress skirt should be no shorter than this.
No more than 2 inches above the knee.
The most important thing to do before an interview is...
Practice answering possible questions.
When does the interview begin?
As soon as you walk in the company door.
How should a thank you letter be formatted?
3 paragraphs, mention the job title and company name, mention a point of connection, thank the interviewer
Give 3 examples of clothing or accessories that are generally unacceptable at an interview
facial piercings, crazy hair styles, jeans, t-shirt, open toed shoes
Dressing professionally helps create.....
A good first impression.
What should you bring to the job interview?
a hard copy of your resume/CV
When answering interview questions, it is important to _________ not __________.
show, tell
What should you have prepared for the interviewer once he/she is finished with the interview?
questions regarding the company
Give 2 examples of how to display confidence during an interview.
greet your interviewer with a firm handshake and smile, maintain good eye contact, sit up straight, avoid rambling, think before answering questions, pretend to be confident