Soft Skills
Should you shake the interviewers hand when you first meet them?
Yes! Remember this? We practiced hand shakes at the office. This is important to show professionalism.
Should you lie and call out sick when you're not?
No! You should be honest when you aren't sick, you don't want to use all of your sick time in case you actually do get sick and need to call out.
How long do you need to go to school to get an associates degree?
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If an interviewer asked "What are your strengths?" what would you say?
Answers vary
Should you chew gum during your interview? Please explain your reasoning.
The answer to this is no. If you remember, Shawn said that we shouldn't chew gum during interviews because it could fall out of our mouths when we're talking, plus, no one wants to hear you smacking away on gum!
What kind of body language do you think you should have in a professional setting?
Open arms, no crossing, relaxed face or smile, and straight posture!
-Look for another job before you quit.
-Put in a two weeks notice
-Understand why you're quitting, is it because of something that can be changed?
How long do you need to go to school to get your bachelors degree?
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If an interviewer asked "What are your weaknesses?" what would you say?
Answers vary
Give me one example on how to maintain eye contact.
-Stare at the other persons forehead
-Practice with a family, friend, or yourself
Should you make friends in the workplace?
Yes, of course! You can make friends at your work place.
Hint: The next question will ask you how
List one thing you shouldn't do in an interview.
Answers will vary:
•Don’t make negative comments about previous employers or supervisors (or others).
•Don’t treat the interview casually, as if you are just shopping around or doing the interview for practice. This is insulting to the interviewer and the organization.
•Don’t give the impression you are only interested in salary.
•Don’t act as though you would take any job or are desperate for employment.
•Don’t chew gum.
•Don’t take cell phone calls during an interview. If you carry a cell phone, turn it off during the interview.
How long do you need to go to school to get your masters degree?
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If an interviewer asked "Why do you want this job?" what would you say?
Answers vary, just be sure not to say "because I want money"
Why is it important to make eye contact when you're talking to someone?
It lets them know you're listening and interested in the conversation!
What are some ways you can make friends in the workplace?
-Finding common interest
-Talking to people in the break room or employee lounge
-Introducing yourself
-Talking about the job (especially if you're new!)
What is something you should do in an interview?
Answers will vary:
•Treat the interview seriously and show interest in the employer and the opportunity presented and respond to questions in a positive manner.
•Watch the tone of your voice. Answer the question and use professional experiences or descriptive information to demonstrate how you would react or respond to a situation.
•Evaluate the interviewer and the organization. An interview is a two-way street.
•Make sure you understand the employer’s next step in the hiring process; know when and from whom you should expect to hear next.
How long do you need to go to school if you want to get your doctorate?
8 (or more)
If an interviewer asked "Do you have any questions for me?" what would you say?
Say yes! This will show them you are interested in learning more about the job!
Can you become a surgeon with an associates degree?
No! A job like this requires for you to have your PhD
Define empathy
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
List one way you can be the best employee you can be
•Be on-time
•Be pleasant and helpful
•Put in a full-day’s work even when unsupervised
•Be reliable
•Be thorough and efficient
•Follow company standards and policies
•Go the extra mile!
•Be self-motivated
•Be considerate
•Do the job you’re asked to do even when it is difficult.
What is the difference between a college and a trade school?
While colleges offer general education within a broad degree program, trade schools focus specifically on skill-based training to help you succeed once you are on the job.
If an interviewer asked "Can you tell me about a time you've worked in a team?" what would you say?
Answers vary
Who is in charge of making decisions for you?
Yourself of course!