What can make a candidate "stand out" from others?
Write a thank you note.
100
What should you fill a job application out with?
A black pen.
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
What are interview appropriate clothes?
Dress shirt, slacks, dress pants, skirt, dress. All should be clean and without wrinkles.
200
What are 2 things you should bring with you to your interview?
1. A copy of your resume
2. A list of references with phone numbers & email addresses
200
This is a question that should be asked at the end of the interview (if not expressed during):
When can I expect a decision?
200
When should a thank you letter be sent?
The day of the interview.
200
What should you do when you enter a room for an interview?
Introduce yourself with confidence and shake hands.
300
When does the interview actually begin?
When you walk through the door.
300
The amount of minutes early a person should arrive for an interview.
10-15
300
What are 4 questions you can expect to be asked in an interview?
-Tell me about yourself
-What are your strengths?
-What makes you qualified?
-Why should we hire you?
300
Name 4 items you should include in a thank you letter.
1. Thank the interviewer
2. Acknowledge confidence about personal skills
3. Any further inquiries
4. Re-state your interest in the position (make sure to state the title/position)
300
How long does it take a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant?
12 seconds
400
The length of a woman's dress skirt should be this.
No more than 2 inches above the knee.
400
The most important thing to do before an interview is...
practice possible interview questions.
400
Ignoring the receptionist, eating, chewing gum, applying make-up, and reading materials that are of poor taste, are examples of this....
Things NOT to do in the waiting area.
400
When is an appropriate time to use your cell phone during business hours?
-While on a break
-When dealing with an "emergency" after you have
informed your supervisor
-When dealing with a work related matter
400
In regards to your social media accounts, what are steps to take to avoid possible job/interview related backlash?
-Tighten your privacy settings
-Appropriate profile/cover photos
-Contemplate going invisible for awhile
500
Give 3 examples of what to do with your hair for an interview?
1. Keep it out of your face
2. Do not play with it
3. Do not dye it crazy colors (no crazy hairstyles)
500
A person should do this to help practice answering questions, develop questions for the employer, and increase confidence.
Research the company
500
Give an appropriate answer to the following interview question.
"Tell me a little about yourself."
answer will vary (classmates will decide whether or not the answer is good enough)
500
What should you have prepared for the interviewer once they are finished with the interview?
Questions regarding the company
500
Give 2 examples of how to display confidence during an interview.
1. Greet your interviewer with a firm handshake and smile
2. Maintain good eye contact
3. Sit up straight
4. Avoid rambling
5. Think before answering questions