Chapter 09: Know the Interview Essentials

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True / False
1.An interviewer can form a strong opinion of you within the first 30 seconds of meeting you.
a. / True
b. / False
2.Often, a less experienced applicant with more enthusiasm for a job is hired over competitors who are more qualified but less enthusiastic.
a. / True
b. / False
3.An interview begins in the waiting area with the receptionist, and perhaps in the parking lot.
a. / True
b. / False
4.Make yourself stand out in interviews by dressing in a manner that draws as much attention as possible.
a. / True
b. / False
5.To show that you would fit in at a very informal company, dress for your interview the way employees dress.
a. / True
b. / False
6.Using words likeonlyandjustis a useful way to indicate that you do not like to brag about your accomplishments.
a. / True
b. / False
7.Most interviewers will pay much more attention to what you say than to your body language.
a. / True
b. / False
8.When making an interview request by phone, avoid reading directly from prepared scripts or notes.
a. / True
b. / False
9.Some companies require all applicants to apply through their human resources departments.
a. / True
b. / False
10.When making a request for an interview, you should emphasize your qualifications before you ask for the interview.
a. / True
b. / False
11.When making a request for an interview by phone, relax and smile.
a. / True
b. / False
12.When employers are not advertising or hiring for positions, applicants are often more successful in obtaining interviews by using an indirect, rather than a direct, strategy.
a. / True
b. / False
13.The gatekeeper is an administrative support person, receptionist, or human resources staff person who screens calls and visitors for the person who makes hiring decisions.
a. / True
b. / False
14.Taking another job while you are waiting for a position to become available can give you valuable work experience, even if it is not similar to your target job.
a. / True
b. / False
Multiple Choice
15.Which of the following is an indirect method of connecting with employers?
a. / Personal visit requesting a job application
b. / Phone call requesting an interview
c. / Request for assistance with career planning
d. / None of the above
16.To uncover the hidden job market and obtain an interview, you must:
a. / learn about an employer’s history and products.
b. / practice describing how your skills could benefit the company.
c. / describe how you could provide a useful service for the company.
d. / all of the above
e. / none of the above
17.The hidden job market refers to:
a. / jobs that have been posted only on the Internet.
b. / jobs obtained through networking sources.
c. / jobs that are unadvertised or that must be “created” by the applicant, who then must make an employer aware of a need the applicant could fill.
d. / all of the above
e. / none of the above
18.Which communication form or feature has the most effect during your interview?
a. / Nonverbal
b. / Verbal
c. / Voice quality
d. / None of the above
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