Interview Basics
How early should you arrive for an in-person interview?
A. 30 minutes
B. 15 minutes
C. Right on time
D. 5 minutes
B. 15 minutes
What is a typical first interview question?
A. what is your favorite color?
B. Tell me about yourself
C. What is your favorite Taylor Swift Song?
D. None of the above
B. Tell me about yourself
Should you chew gum during interview if discreet?
No
What colors are best for interview?
A. neutrals, black, gray, navy
B. Neon pink
C. Red
D. green
A. Neutrals
When should you send a thank you note or email?
A. Same day
B. Same week
C. You send a thank you?
D. Within 24 Hours
D. Within 24 hours
Which of following should you NOT bring to an interview?
A. Resume Copies
B. Coffee
C. Notebook & Pen
D. Reference List
B. Coffee
How do you respond appropriately to salary related questions?
A. inflate previous salary to make your chances of a higher salary better
B. List the salary you want
C. Answer to expected salary as "Open"
C. open
Which of these are red flags for employers on social media?
A. Underage drinking
B. Pet pictures
C. inappropriate language or photos
D. All of the above
E. Both A and C
E. both A and C
You should dress for the role you _____
Want
Is it good to connect on LinkedIn? Yes or No
Yes
True or False: You should research the company before the interview.
True
What does STAR stand for?
Situation Task Action Result
Should you speak negatively about a previous employer? Why or why not?
No, it could seem unprofessional and signal you are difficult to work with and shows poor judgement
What shoes are acceptable for an interview?
A. Flats
B. Flip flops
C. Running Sneakers
D. Birkenstocks
A. Flats
Which of the following is NOT a dining etiquette rule?
A. Don't by most expensive thing on menu
B. Dress as you would for an interview unless specified.
C. Avoid messy or hard to eat foods
D. All of these are true
D. All of these are true
What is the best way to prepare for behavioral interview questions?
A. memorize
b. STAR method
c. wing it
d. write a script
B. STAR
Can you give me an example of leadership experience?
*Provide the leadership role, and what you did*
Which answer makes sorority experience sound unprofessional in interview?
A. describing role without details
b. explaining how you managed events
c. talking about leadership skills gained
d. share how you collaborated with sisters
A. role without details
True or False: Avoid strong perfume or cologne
True
How should you handle cell phones in an interview?
Turn off
You are asked a technical or role-specific question you don't fully know how to answer. Which is best way to answer?
A. admit unsure and change topic
b. make something up to appear confident
C. acknowledge the gap and how you would find solution
C. acknowledge gap and how you would find solution
Give two examples of questions to ask THEM at the end of the interview?
Examples:
What are the company's short and long term goals?
What projects would I be involved in now or future?
Which is not a good way to impress interviewer?
A. 15 mins early and dressed professionally
B. Talking about that party last week
C. Following up with a thank you email
D. Answering questions honestly and detailed
B. talking about that party
How should you handle tattoos and piercings?
A. Cover up completely
B. Show them
C. Research the company and decide
C. Research company
What are 3 email guidelines when emailing a potential employer?
Use a professional email
Always proper greetings
avoid rambling, keep short and concise