WorksheetsInterviewing for a job: Chapter 15
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
As you prepare for an interview you should? _________
Stop to get mcdonalds (interviewer can wait)
Learn about the company and how you fit in.
Arrive unprepared and disoriented
Let the interviewer know 'you don't feel like it"
What should you NOT do when being interviewed?
Keep eye contact and show intent listening
Be polite and maintain a positive attitude
Represent yourself well and show a display of competence.
Speaking on doubts you have in filling the position you're applying to
The person receiving the job interview is know as the (a) ?
Should you decline a job offer... You'd say: ___________?
"Nah man yall don't pay enough"
"I do not want to work here actually"
" Lame interview... not for me, but thanks."
" I was writing to thank you for your offer, but have decided to further explore all of my options"
Questions you should ask after an interview : (2 answers)
" If hired, what's the soonest I can start?"
"Is there anything that makes you hesitant to hire me?"
" So, I got it, right?"
"When can I look at getting a raise?"
When being interviewd you should look the interviewer in their eye and shake their hand _________
As timid as possible (you don't want to be mean)
As hard as I physically can to establish dominance
Firmly
Don't do it, it's a trap
Let employers know you're enthusiastic and passionate about working! DONT:
Wear nice, tidy clothing
Come 15 minutes late
Do research and find things out about the job you're applying for.
Come a few minutes early to let them know you're fully prepared.
True or false: Employers like when people come in seeming unmotivated and scared
True
False
You should avoid? ________
Smelling good, it's unneccesary
being eager and ready to learn
answering questions dishonestly
being prepared and ready for potentially difficult questions
You are hired IMMEDIATELY after your interview
True
False
After an unsuccessful job interview you should:
never try again, maybe they just don't like you :(
Learn from your previous attempt and try again
go back and demand a position
Lose hope and confidence
What is the main reason for a write-up letter?
brag about yourself and have a second "interview" with the letter
To ask when you're getting a raise
To let the interviewer know they seemed kind of mean
To thank the interviewer for their time
What's a job description?
A document detailing when employees eat lunch
A document that details the tasks an employee is to perform for a particular position.
Reviews of people who formerly worked in the position you're applying to
For fun you don't have to read it
What's considered appropriate attire when attending an interview?
Ripped jeans, a pair of jordans, and a Joel embiid jersey.
A button shirt with dress pants/shoes
A t-shirt and shorts
Sweaty gym attire
You may not ask the interviewer a question EVER
True
False
