You wear it well
True or false
Wearing sneakers to an interview is a good choice?
Depends on the job you re applying for. Usually, sneakers are a no no and you should wear another type of shoe.
True or False
Bringing your phone into the interview is a good idea?
False.
Never a good idea. Leave it in the car or your bag and make sure it is off.
True or false
Asking someone what their pronouns are is ok on the worksite?
Yes! An employer or a co-worker can ask that.
True or False
Greeting the interview team with a firm handshake and warm smile is a positive way to begin an interview.
True.
The greeting saying hello and thanks for having me and a goodbye greeting as well are positive ways to show your appreciation for the interview.
True or False
Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is looking.
True.
True or False
Is it a good idea to talk about your disabilities and challenges at an interview?
False
You should wait until you get the job and then disclose what support you need to be successful.
True or False
It is always ok to lie on your resume.`
FALSE!
NO!
NEVER!
It is ok to use big words to describe what you do, it is not ok to misrepresent yourself. Share yourself
True or False
Asking someone about their religion is ok during an interview?
False.
Another one of those NO NO topics.
True or False
It is ok to gossip about another co-worker as long as it is lunchtime.
False.
Gossip is never good to be mixed up in.
True or False
At least 70% of all communication is non-verbal.
This means that you get more from what a persons body is saying over what is actually said.
True.
Words and your body actions speak volumes.
Control your face and your body.
True or False
A dress for a woman and a suit for a man are standard clothing for an interview.
True.
However, as long as you look clean and presentable you are fine.
NO JEANS
True or False
Maintaining good eye contact is a way to show respect to the interviewer.
True.
Good eye contact shows you are present and engaged.
True or False
Constructive criticism is always negative.
False.
One should have an open mind hearing constructive criticism, it is a way to improve yourself or how you do your job.
True or False.
It is ok to tell your boss you don't like them.
False.
You don't have to like your boss, you need to be respectful to everyone you work with.
True or False
Getting along with your co-workers is essential for a healthy work environment.
Depends.
You need to respect your coworkers at all times. You do not need to be best buddies with your coworkers, respectful in your actions and words ALL THE TIME.
True or False
Telling a co-worker on the jobsite they look nice today.
True.
Just do not get into a lot of detail. You don't want a nice comment to turn into something.
True or False
It's ok to show up 5 minutes late to an interview.
False.
You should arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of time for an interview.
True or False
It is ok to date someone you work with
Depends on the company.
Most places frown on co-workers dating due to the messiness that comes afterwards if things don't work out.
True or False
This is a comment your boss said to you in front of another co-worker, "Jimmy you did a great job with the kids today but, this being late daily needs to stop."
Was it ok to say this in front of another employee?
False.
Anything negative a boss needs to say should be behind closed doors or not in front of another co-worker.
True or False
Having a positive attitude is a requirement of any job.
False.
While it is not a requirement, a positive attitude will get you far when problem solving or handling difficult conversations.
True or False
Being prepared for an interview means:
-Show up a little early
-Prepared for the interview, researched the company
-No gum, no phone out, dressed for success
-Questions to ask the company
True.
You should be 10-15 minutes early to an interview, research the company, no gum or phone, dressed for success and have a few questions to ask the employer at the end of the interview.
True or False
It's ok to talk bad about a previous employer during an interview.
False!
NEVER do this. You can share you might have needed more support in a few areas but, do not talk bad about a previous employer during an interview.
True or False
It's ok to ask a persons age during an interview.
False!
No questions about: age, pregnancy, marital status, race, age, religion, disability, medical, sexual orientation, financial or criminal history.
True or False
Can you offend a co-worker telling a joke?
True.
Make sure all of your jokes are workplace appropriate and have no sexual undertones to them.
True or False
There are more than 15 different kinds of communications styles.
False.
There are 3:
passive, aggressive and assertive