Accomplishment Question Quiz

What is the primary purpose of the accomplishment question in a job interview?

• To assess your educational background

• To understand your past achievements related to the job

• To evaluate your communication skills

• To test your technical skills

Why is it important to relate your accomplishments to the job you're applying for?

• It demonstrates your understanding of the job requirements

• It proves your educational qualifications

• It shows your ability to adapt to different roles

• It highlights your personal interests

What should career changers focus on when discussing their accomplishments?

• Accomplishments that are industry-specific

• Their educational achievements

• Transferable skills and leadership accomplishments

• Their previous job titles

What is the first step in preparing your answer to the accomplishment question?

• List at least five of your best accomplishments

• Write a detailed essay about each accomplishment

• Research the company thoroughly

• Practice your answer in front of a mirror

How should you organize your accomplishments when preparing your answer?

• From the least to the greatest

• Alphabetically

• By date of achievement

• From the greatest to the least great

What is a key element to include when describing how an accomplishment made you feel?

• The financial impact of the accomplishment

• The emotions and reasons behind those feelings

• The names of people involved

• The exact date it happened

What is the STAR method used for in interviews?

• To prepare your cover letter

• To organize your resume

• To structure your answers to behavioral questions

• To evaluate the company's culture

What should you do if you run out of work-related accomplishments to discuss?

• Repeat the same accomplishments

• Talk about your educational background

• Use personal accomplishments as a last resort

• Discuss your hobbies

What is a benefit of having multiple accomplishments prepared for an interview?

• It shows you have a long career history

• It allows you to avoid answering other questions

• It helps you fill time during the interview

• It ensures you have examples ready if asked for more

What additional resource is offered at the end of the video?

• A guide to writing cover letters

• A list of top 10 interview questions

• A video on public speaking

• A free resume template