Dress
A professional suit should be what color?
black (or any dark color)
Your personal email shouldn't be what?
inappropriate language, or inappropriate words, it should sound professional
Name 2 questions an interviewer should not ask.
Personal questions such as marital status, age, are you planning on having children, nationality
An action which makes an interview candidate “stand out” from other candidates that takes place AFTER the interview.
writing a thank-you letter
If you don't know the answer to an interview question, the proper response is...
I'm not sure, but I can find out and get back to you.
What should you check for on your clothes before wearing them to the interview
Stains, and wrinkles
You should do this to help you answer the questions of the interview and to be prepared if the interviewer asks you if you have any questions
Research the company.
What is a question you could ask at the end of the interview when the interviewer asks "Do you have any questions for me?"
Answers will vary
1. What can I do to be successful at this position
2. What is the salary expectation for this position?
3. What are the job responsibilities for this position?
When should a thank you letter be sent?
The day of the interview or right after the interviw
What should you do when you enter a room for an interview?
introduce yourself and shake hands, look the person in the eye
T or F - You should wear flashy/glittery jewelery to a job interview
False
What are 2 things you shouldn't do while you are waiting for your interview?
Ignore the receptionist, eat, use a phone, apply make-up, and read materials of poor taste
When finished with the interview, what should you do? and what should you say?
Shake their hand and thank them
How long does it take a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant?
15 seconds and first 5 minutes
The length of a dress or skirt should be this.
It should cover the top of the legs, to the knees
When do you begin making your first impression:
As soon as you walk in the company door.
How long should you wait before contacting the company to see if you got the job if you haven't heard from them yet?
1 week
Give 3 examples of what to do to your hair for an interview.
keep it out of your face, do not play with it, do not dye it crazy colors, no crazy hairstyles, brush your hair, wash your hair
What should be done with your cell phone for the interview, and T or F it is ok to chew gum during the interview
Phone turned off, or left in the car
False, no gum chewing
What are 2 things you should you research before the day of the interview?
how long it takes to get there, how people dress, Research general info about the company
When asked a question, how should you answer?
With an answer then a personal story to support your answer
What should you have prepared for the end of the interview (answer is not a thank you card for this question)
questions
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