Question 1

On campus interviews ________.

Accepted Answer

On campus and onsite company interviews vary greatly from simple one-on-one interviews that may last only a half hour to detailed agendas that span two days and involve many people in several interviews,presentations,and meals.

Question 2

Career fairs ________.

Accepted Answer

A career fair is a gathering of representatives or recruiters from many companies seeking to fill open positions.Your goals are to learn more about the company and to impress these recruiters enough to recommend you for an interview.Because you have only a limited amount of time,you need to be prepared to make an immediate impression.

Question 3

If a company has a casual dress code,what can be assumed about interview attire?

Accepted Answer

Although business casual may be the dress code in the company where you are interviewing,unless you are explicitly told otherwise,wear business formal clothing to job interviews.When dressing for interviews,follow one key rule: even if you are interviewing in a more casual workplace,wear business formal attire to the interview.

Question 4

Which of the following would reinforce active listening during a Skype interview?

Accepted Answer

If you are participating in a live interview,ask questions and take notes to show that you are interested in the answers.To demonstrate your connection to the speaker,make "listening" noises such as "hmm" and "right," and nod in agreement now and then.

Question 5

What should be considered when choosing an outfit for a first interview?

Accepted Answer

Interview attire should conform to the one hanger rule-it should be a professional-looking outfit that looks like it was purchased on one hanger.The goal is not to express your personality,but to help you look the part and allow people to focus on what you say.

Question 6

Thank-you messages ________.

Accepted Answer

Review your notes from the interview to personalize the content of your thank-you notes.Your thank-you messages should reflect your conversations with the person to whom you are writing.

Question 7

Typically,________ after an interview,you can inquire about the status of the position and communicate your continued interest.

Accepted Answer

Typically,after two weeks,you can inquire about the status of the position and communicate your continued interest.

Question 8

The business casual dress code ________.

Accepted Answer

According to a Gallup Poll,business casual is the most common form of dress in business today.For men,business casual means a sweater,an ironed button-down or polo shirt,slacks or khakis with a belt,and dark socks and shoes.Women have more casual attire options-slacks,skirts,dresses,blouses,and sweaters.Clothes should be ironed and clean.

Question 9

A thank-you message should be sent ________ an interview.

Accepted Answer

Thank people for the time they took out of their busy schedules to meet with you within 24 hours of the meeting or interview.

Question 10

If you choose to follow up on the status of your application,________.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that HR mangers prefer to receive follow-ups from applicants by email (87 percent)and phone calls (81 percent)over handwritten notes (38 percent)or social media (27 percent)or text messages (10 percent).

Question 11

During a group interview,how can you demonstrate respect for other candidates in the group?

Accepted Answer

Show respect for the other candidates during the interview,providing good eye contact and positive body language.Nod in agreement to good answers,but do not interrupt.Lean forward to show interest in what others say.

Question 12

What type of questions is used to determine how you would make a decision or respond to a stressful situation?

Accepted Answer

You should be prepared to address behavioral questions,which are designed to determine how you would make decisions,solve problems,or respond to stressful situations.

Question 13

STAR is used to respond to behavioral questions and identifies which of the following?

Accepted Answer

One well-established method of responding to behavioral questions is to use the STAR Method,which stands for situation,task,action,and result.Using this framework,you develop a story that identifies a situation in which you completed a task (such as solving a problem or making a decision)by implementing a specific action that ended in a positive result.Research suggests that problem-solving stories are a powerful way to communicate competence.

Question 14

Body language and eye contact are strong influencers used to do what?

Accepted Answer

Body language and eye contact are strong influencers of creating a first impression,but it is equally important to act like you are ready to be in the workplace.Starting from when you walk in the door,your professional presence can make a strong,positive,and lasting impression.

Question 15

Which of the following can managers assess during a group interview?

Accepted Answer

Hiring managers use the group interview format to assess your collaborative nature and how well you might fit into the company's culture.

Question 16

Which of the following is an appropriate tip to be followed by men while dressing for a business casual dress environment?

Accepted Answer

For men,business casual means an ironed button-down or polo shirt,slacks or khakis with a belt,and dark socks and shoes.

Question 17

Which of the following will improve the success of a Skype interview?

Accepted Answer

What the interviewer sees behind you can be as important as what you are wearing.If possible,use a business office or a conference room.If you don't have access to a professional environment,position yourself in front of a neatly organized bookshelf or desk.

Question 18

Which of the following types of interviews is most likely to involve simulated project meetings,scenario or case discussions,or opportunities to solve real problems?

Accepted Answer

Action interviews require applicants to perform under work-based conditions.Some simulate business situations while others offer opportunities to solve real problems.

Question 19

What is the advantage to practicing responses to standard interview questions out loud,before the interview?

Accepted Answer

As part of your interview preparation,develop clear,concise answers to these questions,along with details that allow you to elaborate about your strengths and sell your professional brand.Rather than bringing scripted responses with you,practice beforehand (and aloud)so your answers don't sound canned.

Question 20

________ questions are designed to determine how you would make decisions,solve problems,or respond to stressful situations.

Accepted Answer

Behavioral questions are designed to determine how you would make decisions,solve problems,or respond to stressful situations.Your answers to these questions should demonstrate your collaborative skills,innovative thinking,and leadership qualities.

Quiz 12: Communicating Your Professional Brand: Social Media, Résumés, Cover Letters, and Interviews