In the Interview
Hiring managers may use this prompt at the beginning of the interview when trying to get to know the candidate better.
What is tell me about your self?
People fill this out when interested in a position.
What is an application?
The hiring manager may create this to gather applicants and inform more people about an open position.
What is a job advertisement or post?
This is the initial meeting where new hires learn about company policies, procedures, and their role.
What is orientation?
This term describes the shared values, beliefs, and behaviors that shape how employees interact and work together.
What is company culture?
The interviewer may use these types of questions to figure out how you would act on the job.
What are situational (or behavioral) interview questions?
Often required for any job application, this is a one page document that helps the hiring manager understand your past experiences and qualifications.
What is a resume?
Handshake, Indeed, and LinkedIn are examples of this which hiring managers may post job advertisements on.
What are job search sites?
This type of session helps new employees understand workplace safety protocols and emergency procedures.
What is safety training?
Hiring managers look for candidates who demonstrate this quality, showing they can work well with others.
What is teamwork or interpersonal skills?
Hiring managers will ask these questions about your interest in the role, company, or field.
What are motivation questions?
While not always required, submitting this summary of your qualifications and interest can often improve the hiring manager’s perception of you as a candidate.
What is a cover letter?
Hiring managers do this to find and hire candidates for an open position.
What is recruiting?
This comprehensive guide provides new hires with an overview of the company’s culture, values, and expectations, helping them integrate smoothly into the workplace.
What is an employee handbook?
Companies often seek candidates who demonstrate this trait, showing they are honest and have strong moral principles.
What is integrity?
These questions are used to evaluate a candidate’s technical skills and expertise in their field.
What are technical interview questions?
Hiring managers use applications to find candidates who meet these.
What are the required qualifications?
Before recruiting, hiring managers use this to search for, identify, and contact potential candidates.
What is sourcing?
This document provides new hires with detailed information about their benefits, such as health insurance and retirement plans.
What is a benefits package?
This practice involves creating opportunities for employees to learn and grow within the company.
What is professional development or career development?
This is abbreviated to STAR and is the method hiring managers expect you to use when answering behavioral interview questions.
What is Situation, Task, Action, Result?
This document, often required for creative positions, showcases a candidate’s previous work and projects to demonstrate their skills and experience.
What is a portfolio?
This is a detailed description of the qualifications, skills, and experience required for a job, often used to screen candidates before interviews.
What is a job specification or job description?
This evaluation occurs at the end of the onboarding period to assess the new hire’s performance and fit within the company.
What is a probation review or performance review?
This practice involves recognizing and rewarding employees for their contributions and achievements.
What is an employee recognition or rewards program?