Question 1

It is a good idea to bring all marketing materials and portfolio items to the interview so that you can use them like a slide show and fully display proof of your skills.

Accepted Answer

While it's beneficial to bring a few select examples of your work to an interview, bringing all your marketing materials and portfolio items can be overwhelming and impractical. It's better to tailor your selection to the job you're applying for, highlighting your most relevant and impressive work.

Question 2

It is a good idea to search the Internet for the company name before going to the interview.

Accepted Answer

Researching the company before an interview helps you understand its culture, products, and market position, which can make you appear more interested and well-prepared during the interview.

Question 3

To conduct a practice interview with your support team, you should
A)ask someone else to observe the interview.
B)dress as if the interview were real.
C)send a thank-you letter to everyone who helps you.
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

Accepted Answer

Conducting a practice interview as realistically as possible helps in preparing for the actual event. Having an observer can provide feedback from a third-party perspective, dressing formally sets the right mindset and mirrors the actual interview scenario, and sending a thank-you letter is a courteous follow-up that reflects good manners and professionalism.

Question 4

If your phone fails, a good backup plan is to rely on memory for directions, interviewer name(s), and example stories that you plan to use in the interview.

Accepted Answer

Relying solely on memory, especially under stress, can be unreliable. It's better to have a backup plan that includes written notes or digital copies accessible from another device.

Question 5

What is the value of summarizing and evaluating each of your interviews in writing? List at least five things you should try to remember about the interview.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

What can you gain from doing your homework before every interview? List two things that are part of doing your homework for an interview.

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Question 7

"Doing your homework" before every interview means getting your school work done in advance so that you can focus on giving a good interview on the day of the interview.

Accepted Answer

"Doing your homework" before an interview refers to researching the company, understanding the role you're applying for, and preparing for potential interview questions, not completing school assignments.

Question 8

Why, in your opinion, is it just as important to be physically prepared as mentally and emotionally prepared for an interview? List five things you can do to get physically prepared for your interviews.

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Question 9

To prepare for the interview, read the job description again and do which of the following?
A)Learn the definition for all the words.
B)List what qualifications you are missing and decide how to address this during the interview.
C)Prepare example stories to demonstrate you have each qualification listed in the job description.
D)All of the above
E)Only a and b

Accepted Answer

All the options are beneficial for interview preparation. Learning definitions helps understand the job better, listing missing qualifications and addressing them shows self-awareness and preparation, and preparing example stories demonstrates your qualifications effectively.

Question 10

You could learn about your interviewer to help you build rapport by:
A)using social media to read about them, even if you don't ask to be friends or connect.
B)scouting out their office in advance by arranging a workplace tour through a Career Network contact.
C)using the Internet to look for their credit score or criminal record.
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

Accepted Answer

Using social media to read about your interviewer can help you learn about their professional background and interests, which can be useful for building rapport during the interview. This approach is generally acceptable as long as you respect their privacy and do not attempt to connect with them inappropriately before the interview.

Question 11

It is best to send a follow-up thank-you letter within two days of an interview:
A)to each of the people who interviews you, not just your primary contact.
B)even for a practice interview.
C)only if you are interested in the job, so as not to mislead the interviewer.
D)all of the above
E)only a and b

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Any nervousness that you feel about an upcoming job interview is an appropriate response to a situation that will test your interpersonal, social, professional, and verbal and nonverbal skills. There is nothing you can do about your nervousness.

Accepted Answer

Feeling nervous about a job interview is normal, but there are strategies and preparations you can undertake to reduce your nervousness, such as practicing common interview questions, researching the company, and employing relaxation techniques.

Question 13

During a dress rehearsal practice interview arranged with an employer, is it appropriate to make a direct request for a job? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Because interviews are dynamic exchanges between two (or more)people, there will never be a list of "Interview Do's and Don'ts" that works for every situation.

Accepted Answer

Interviews vary greatly depending on the context, participants, and goals, making it impossible to create a universal list of do's and don'ts that applies to every situation.

Question 15

During the closing of the interview, you should try to direct the conversation toward:
A)compensation (salary and benefits).
B)research you have done on the company.
C)a summary of how your abilities and skills match those needed for the position.
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

Accepted Answer

During the closing of an interview, it's most effective to summarize how your abilities and skills match the job requirements. This reinforces your suitability for the position and leaves a strong final impression. Discussing compensation is typically reserved for after an offer is made, and while discussing research on the company can be positive, it's not the focus at the closing.

Question 16

Toward the close of the interview, you should ask the interviewer when you can expect to learn of a hiring decision.

Accepted Answer

Asking about the timeline for the hiring decision shows your interest in the position and helps you manage your expectations and follow-up appropriately.

Question 17

The Interview Preparation Checklist is:
A)a list of things to do just one time before you ever begin any interviews.
B)a list that you prepare in advance and take with you to the interview.
C)a list of things to do to help you prepare for each and every interview.

Accepted Answer

The Interview Preparation Checklist is designed to be a comprehensive guide to help you prepare for each and every interview, ensuring you are well-prepared and confident. It is not a one-time list or something you physically take with you to the interview.

Question 18

Part of physical preparation for an interview is to put select Career Builder Files in a binder or small attaché case.

Accepted Answer

Bringing Career Builder Files or similar documents in a binder or small attaché case to an interview shows organization and preparedness, making it a recommended part of physical preparation.

Question 19

An Interview Survival Pack:
A)is one way to help you feel more in control in interviewing situations.
B)might contain toothbrush and toothpaste, a brush, or tissues.
C)includes maps and directions to the workplace and meeting area.
D)all of the above
E)only a and c

Accepted Answer

An Interview Survival Pack is designed to help candidates feel more prepared and in control during interviews by including practical items (like a toothbrush, brush, or tissues) and essential information (such as maps and directions to the interview location). This comprehensive approach addresses both physical appearance and logistical preparation, making all the options correct.

Question 20

Do not schedule more than __________ interview(s)on the same day.
A)one
B)two
C)three
D)four

Accepted Answer

Scheduling more than two interviews in a day can be overwhelming and may not allow adequate preparation and recovery time between sessions, potentially reducing the effectiveness of each interview.

Quiz 11: Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

It is a good idea to bring all marketing materials and portfolio items to the interview so that you can use them like a slide show and fully display proof of your skills.

It is a good idea to search the Internet for the company name before going to the interview.

To conduct a practice interview with your support team, you should

If your phone fails, a good backup plan is to rely on memory for directions, interviewer name(s), and example stories that you plan to use in the interview.

What is the value of summarizing and evaluating each of your interviews in writing? List at least five things you should try to remember about the interview.

What can you gain from doing your homework before every interview? List two things that are part of doing your homework for an interview.

"Doing your homework" before every interview means getting your school work done in advance so that you can focus on giving a good interview on the day of the interview.

Why, in your opinion, is it just as important to be physically prepared as mentally and emotionally prepared for an interview? List five things you can do to get physically prepared for your interviews.

To prepare for the interview, read the job description again and do which of the following?

You could learn about your interviewer to help you build rapport by:

It is best to send a follow-up thank-you letter within two days of an interview:

Any nervousness that you feel about an upcoming job interview is an appropriate response to a situation that will test your interpersonal, social, professional, and verbal and nonverbal skills. There is nothing you can do about your nervousness.

During a dress rehearsal practice interview arranged with an employer, is it appropriate to make a direct request for a job? Why or why not?

Because interviews are dynamic exchanges between two (or more)people, there will never be a list of "Interview Do's and Don'ts" that works for every situation.

During the closing of the interview, you should try to direct the conversation toward:

Toward the close of the interview, you should ask the interviewer when you can expect to learn of a hiring decision.

The Interview Preparation Checklist is:

Part of physical preparation for an interview is to put select Career Builder Files in a binder or small attaché case.

An Interview Survival Pack:

Do not schedule more than __________ interview(s) on the same day.