Interviewing with a Stutter

What is the recommended approach when addressing a stutter in a job interview?

• Avoid interviews altogether.

• Acknowledge it upfront without apologizing.

• Apologize profusely for having a stutter.

• Ignore it and hope it doesn't come up.

Why is it beneficial to acknowledge a stutter during an interview?

• It ensures you won't stutter during the interview.

• It helps to make both parties more comfortable.

• It makes the interviewer feel sorry for you.

• It guarantees you will get the job.

What did the seminar instructor do before starting his presentation?

• He canceled the presentation.

• He ignored his stutter.

• He called attention to his stutter.

• He apologized for his stutter.

How does the speaker relate his own experiences to the topic of stuttering?

• He claims to have a stutter himself.

• He advises against public speaking.

• He compares his nervousness to having a stutter.

• He suggests ignoring nervousness.

What is a suggested strategy for dealing with impairments before an interview?

• Avoid interviews with potential challenges.

• Keep it a secret until the interview.

• Mention it in the email setting up the interview.

• Wait for the interviewer to notice.

How can acknowledging a stutter or impairment help during an interview?

• It prevents misunderstandings and discomfort.

• It allows the interviewer to prepare questions.

• It makes the interviewer feel guilty.

• It guarantees a job offer.

What example does the speaker give to illustrate calling attention to an impairment?

• His own experience with a stutter.

• His wife's hearing difficulty.

• A friend's visual impairment.

• A colleague's mobility issue.

What resource does the speaker recommend for interview preparation?

• A public speaking course.

• A stress management workshop.

• A complete interview answer guide.

• A book on stuttering.

What format is the interview preparation guide available in?

• Only in print.

• Only as an e-book.

• Only as a podcast.

• Audio, video, and print.

What is the speaker's final piece of advice for those with a stutter?

• Practice speaking without stuttering.

• Apologize for the stutter.

• Call out the stutter to the interviewer.

• Avoid interviews altogether.