What kind of shoes are NOT appropriate to wear to a job interview?
white sneakers, flip flops
100
Your voicemail/answering machine should not include
inappropriate language or music
100
What should you make sure to do when you walk into your interview?
firm shake hand, eye contact...
100
What is an appropriate answer to this question?
"Why are you looking for a job?"
(classmates will decide if answer was appropriate)
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 is an example of type of pants you should wear to an interview?
khaki (tan), black, dark (NO JEANS)
200
A person should do this to help practice answering questions,and get to know the company.
(have the opportunity to develop questions, and increase confidence)
Research the company/job you are applying for.
200
When answering a question, you should make sure you are looking at the person interviewing you and make....
eye contact
200
What is an appropriate answer to this question?:
"Why should I hire you?"
(talk about some good qualities you have)
(classmates will decide if answer is appropriate)
200
What should you do when you enter a room for an interview?
introduce yourself with confidence, shake hands
300
What kind of shirts are appropriate to wear to a job interview?
white, button down, formal, etc
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 before an interview?
Ignore the receptionist, smoke, eat, use a phone, apply make-up...
300
What is an appropriate answer to this question?
"What are some of your past job experiences?"
(talk about any of the job sampling sites you have been to)
(classmates will decide if answers are appropriate)
300
What should you make sure is updated when you go to an interview?
resume
400
These are some things you should NOT wear to an interview:
Sneakers, tshirt, jeans, too much makeup...
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 door.
400
Give an appropriate answer to the following interview question.
"Tell me a little about yourself."
(classmates will decide)
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
Men: If you have facial hair, what should you do before going to an interview?
shave
500
What should you bring with you and print copies of when you have an interview?
Resume, portfolio
500
What should you do when the interview is about to end?
thank the person for the interview, firm hand shake
500
What are some questions you can ask at the end of the interview?
"What is the timeline?"
"When can I expect to hear from you?"
"How many positions are open?"
(additional)
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, think before answering questions