Dress
Before the Interview
During the Interview
After the Interview
Professionally You
100
A professional suit should be what color?
black (or any dark color)
100
Your voicemail should not include
inappropriate language or music
100
Name 2 questions an interviewer should not ask.
marital status, age, are you planning on having children, nationality
100
An action which makes an interview candidate “stand out” from other candidates that takes place AFTER the interview.
writing a thank-you letter
100
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.
200

This item is to be well-polished, closed-toed, and complement the suit, and be no more than 1-2 inches tall.

shoes

200
A person should do this to help practice answering questions, have the opportunity to develop questions, and increase confidence.
Research the company.
200

Once the position is offered, a person should have a ballpark figure and be comfortable asking for this once...

salary

200

When should a thank you letter be sent?

The day of the interview, an email is also an acceptable form of a thank you.  

200

What should you do when you enter a room for an interview?

make a good first impression ex. introduce yourself, make eye contact, and shake hands with confidence

300

The color of socks should be this.

same color as his suit/outfit black, or a dark color

300

How early should you arrive to an interview?

at least 10-15 minutes

300

What are some things you shouldn't do in the waiting room?

Ignore the receptionist, smoke, eat, use a phone, apply make-up, and read/scroll materials of poor taste

300
Name 2 items you should include in a thank you letter.
thank the interviewer, acknowledge confidence about personal skills, any further inquiries, re-state your interest in the position
300

How long does it take a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant?

about 5 seconds

400

The length of a dress or skirt should be this.

No more than 2 inches above the knee.

400

The most important thing to do before an interview is...

is research: this includes the company and or possible interview questions

400

When does the interview begin?

As soon as you are offered the interview. The phone conversation, to entering the company door, to leaving the building is all noted.

400

How should a career thank-you letter be formatted?

typed, business format (block or modified block), include specifics from the interview

400

Give 3 examples of what to do to your hair for an interview.

- Keep it out of your face.

- Do not play with it.

- Comb it.



500

How much jewelry should a person wear?

two to three small, simple, and classic pieces of jewelry, as the primary goal is to allow your skills and qualifications to be the focus, not your accessories.

500

What should you research before the day of the interview?

how long it takes to get there, how people dress, read the informational literature provided

500

The interview question, "Tell me a little about yourself" should include?

- your present professional status

- relevant past experience

- future career aspirations that connect with the job you are seeking

- highlight your skills and achievements without simply reciting your resume.

500

What should you have prepared for the interviewer once he/she is finished with the interview?

- names, handshake, thank you

- questions regarding the company

- Inquiry for when you may hear back about the position?

500

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

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