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Dress
Before the Interview
During the Interview
After the Interview
Professionally You
100
How should you dress for the interview?
A step above how the employees dress.
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
A female professional would want this item to be well polished, closed toed, compliment the suit, and be ?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
What type of questions should a person ask during an interview?
Questions about specific job tasks involved with the position, questions which show interest in the job.
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, smile, and handshake
300
The color a man’s socks should be is this.
same color as his suit, black, or a dark color
300
How early should you arrive to an interview?
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 materials of poor taste
300
What could you do after the interview to improve on your future interviews?
Reflect on the interview process. Evaluate your weaknesses
300
How long does it take a potential employer to develop a perception of the applicant?
first 5-15 minutes
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
When does the interview begin?
As soon as you walk in the company door.
400
What should you ask for from the interviewer at the end of the interview?
business card, contact information
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, do not dye it crazy colors, no crazy hairstyles
500
What is the general rule for wearing cologne or perfume to an interview?
A person should not wear cologne or perfume
500
What should you bring with you to the interview?
Copy of your resume, pen and notepad
500
What is the cell phone rule during an interview?
Keep your phone put away and OFF (not vibrate)
500
What is the appropriate time to wait before following up with a phone call to the interviewer?
one week
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