Job interviewing

Which of the following is not an appropriate way to prepare for a job interview?

• research the job position qualifications

• research the salary

• drive to the company the day before to know where you will be going

• making sure you have a good explanation for being late

Items you should bring to an interview include all of the following except:

• extra resumes

• references

• pen and notepad

• phone

What should you NOT wear to a job interview?

• A watch

• Polished shoes

• Clothing slightly dressier than what you'd wear on the job

• Lots of perfume and aftershave

What is a good answer to this question: "How would you feel about working for someone younger than you?"

• I can work well with people of any age.

• Sorry, I prefer to work with older people.

• I don't see how this question is relevant.

• I'm not sure how I would feel about that.

Who is the most important person to greet in a friendly and respectful manner?

• The interviewer

• The secretary

• The receptionist

• All of the above

Your job interview is scheduled for 10am. What time should you arrive?

• 2 minutes before the interview begins

• 45 minutes before the interview begins

• 15 minutes before the interview begins

• 30 minutes before the interview begins

You can lose a job as soon as you walk in the interviewer's door based on how you look.

• True
• False

Direct eye contact is essential in an interview.

• True
• False

As it relates to your resume, you are in need of a professional email address. 

• True
• False 

If an interviewer asks you to tell them about yourself, which of the following would be acceptable?

• Name, interests, school attend, skills
• Family member names
• Favorite colors
• Shoe size