Dress
Before the Interview
During the Interview
After the Interview
Professionally You
100
A professional suit should be what color?
black or charcoal grey (or any dark color)
100
Your voicemail should not include
inappropriate language or music
100
Name at least 2 questions an interviewer should not ask.
marital status, age, are you planning on having children, nationality, religion
100
An action which makes an interview candidate “stand out” from other candidates that takes place AFTER the interview.
writing a thank-you note
100
If you don't know the answer to an interview question, the proper response is...
May I come back to this question later?
200
A female professional would want to wear what type of shoe?
Well polished, closed toed, compliment the suit, and be no more than 1-2 inches tall.
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 should you take into an interview with you and what shouldn't you?
Paper, pen, resume, portfolio No cell phone
200
When should a thank you note be sent?
As soon after your interview as possible (give to receptionist)
200
What should you do when you enter a room for an interview?
introduce yourself with confidence and give a firm handshake with good eye contact
300
The color a man’s socks should be
same color as his suit or pants
300
How early should you arrive to an interview?
10-15 minutes (no more than 30 minutes, otherwise you may be considered "stalker early")
300
What are some things you shouldn't do in the waiting room?
Ignore the receptionist, smoke, eat, use a phone, apply make-up, read materials of poor taste, use inappropriate language, slouch
300
Name 2 items you should include in a thank you note.
thank the interviewer, acknowledge confidence about personal skills, additional information you were unable / forgot to get out in the interview, re-state your interest in the position (i.e. Ask for the Job!)
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
Conservative, 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 actually begin?
The moment you pull into the parking lot - car & walk
400
When is it appropriate to call / inquire about your status?
No sooner than 1 week
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
How much jewelry should a person should wear?
Only a few (less is more), Men - no piercings
500
What should you consider or plan for on the day of the interview?
how long it takes to get there, traffic, weather, parking, alternative routes
500
Give an appropriate answer to the following interview question. "Tell me a little about yourself."
Should provide information about you as a person - likes, interests, hobbies, family, etc. NOT your resume!
500
What should you have prepared for the interviewer once he/she is finished with the interview?
questions regarding the agency
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