Interview Questions
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Examples...
During an interview, an employer wants to find out if you will be easy to get along with. True or False?
True. Working with others is an important skill that will benefit you in a job. This is something they will be looking for.
Should privatize your social media page to prevent potential employers from viewing your post?
Yes. Your social media should always be private. Future employers could be looking at it before hand.
It ok to put when you became a proud parent in your resume in the accomplishments section. True or False?
False. What kinds of things should be in this section?
If your car breaks down and it's possible that you might be late for work, you should: A) Do nothing but wait for the tow truck and hope you can make it to work on time. B) Call your supervisor immediately and let her know what is happening. C) Wait until the start of your shift and then call your boss. Stay home and don't call work.
B)Call your supervisor immediately and let her know what is happening.
What is your greatest strength?
My greatest strength is...
False. Practice makes perfect.
Does cyber bullying include 'liking' an intimidating or threatening message from someone else?
yes
Your resume tells a lot about your personality. True or False?
False
When dressing for an interview, it is a good idea to: A) Wear plenty of cologne so you smell nice. B) Put on your favorite pair of jeans so that you are comfortable. C) Wear your favorite glittery clothing. D) Dress in a conservative, classy outfit that your grandmother would like.
D) Dress in a conservative, classy outfit that your grandmother would like.
Why should we hire you?
You should hire me because...
When turning in applications, you should NOT worry about what you are wearing. True or False?
False. You should be dressed professionally.
1/3 of people don't get hired because of their social media profiles. True or False?
True
How long does it take the average employer to view your resume? A) more than 1 minute B)less than 30 seconds C) 5 minutes
B) less than 30 seconds. job resumes are all about first impressions, you want to put your best foot forward on them
If you don’t fully understand how to do something your supervisor tells you to do, you must: A) Complain to a coworker that your boss doesn’t give good directions. B) Try to do the task anyway and hope you get it right. C) Call your mom and ask her what she thinks you should do. D) Ask your supervisor to please explain how to do it one more time.
D) Ask your supervisor to please explain how to do it one more time.
What is your greatest weakness?
My greatest weakness is...
You could be fired from a job if you do not show up exactly on time, just once. True or False?
True. Unless you have an excused reason for being late, your boss will look into your absence.
Posting distasteful activities such as bullying to trash talking can prevent an employer from calling you in for an interview. True or False?
True.
It is appropriate to put your references on your RESUME. True or False?
What is acceptable to do in front of a customer? A) Chew on gum or food B) Chat with a coworker about how much fun you had last weekend C) Text messages on your mobile discreetly under the counter D) None of the above
D) None of the above
Tell me about yourself?
I am ...
In a job interview, you should get out your phone and ask a friend if you don't know an answer. True or False?
False! You should never have your phone out in a job interview. You should prepare and do some self reflecting before hand, so your are prepared.
BONUS: Tell us about a time you were a problem solver? How could this benefit you in a job?
...
Give me 4 skills you could list on your job application.
If you don’t know what you want to do for a career, you should: A) Think about your favorite hobbies and see if one of them could potentially become a job. B) Take an online interest inventory. C) Talk to different industry professionals about what they like and don’t like about their jobs. D) Go to your local workforce center and ask them for career guidance. E) All of the above.
E) All of the above.