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WorksheetsCTE preparing for the interview
Total questions: 68
Worksheet time: 2hrs 42mins
What are soft skills?
Personal skills outside of the qualifications for the job
Qualifications required to do the job
Which of the following is an example of a soft skill
Certification
Specialized skills
Communication skills
Computer skills
What are some qualities that employers want? Select all that apply.
being tall
trustworthy
punctual
reliable
Which of the following is NOT one of the suggested strategies for preparing for your job interview?
Conduct research on the company/ industry.
Prepare answers to possible interview questions.
Gather key resources such as extra resumes and reference list to take with you.
Research salaries so you can ask about salary and benefits at the beginning of the interview.
How should you dress for an interview?
Neat and professional
Casual
Boots and Overalls
Jeans and a T-Shirt
Offer the interviewer a firm ____________.
handshake
look
slap
Nothing, sit down to begin the interview
What are the three most important keys to success in interviews?
Good perfume/ cologne, nice smile, fresh breath
Making eye contact, showing enthusiasm, speaking clearly
Good posture, nice hair, friendly approach
When an employer asks a question what should you do first?
Say the first thing that comes to mind
Think before you speak to provide a well throughout answer
Sit in silence for 5 minutes to develop the best possible answer
Avoid the question and try to move on
True or False.
It is acceptable to badmouth your former employer during an interview.
True
False
Why should you ask questions during the interview?
It shows you are really interested in the job.
It shows you are friendly.
It shows you are picky.
Which of the following is NOT one of the most common mistakes job-seekers make during job interviews:
Limp, clammy handshake
Over-emphasis on money
Lack of interest and enthusiasm
Too much knowledge of the company
As soon as you get back from the job interview, you should:
Put your feet up and relax, knowing you did a great interview.
Spend hours kicking yourself for some poor answers you gave.
Immediately send thank you letters to each person who interviewed you.
Quit your current job in anticipation of a new job offer.
True or False
When asked if you have any questions you should always say no.
True
False
What is communication?
process of understanding and sharing ideas, opinions or information
process of knowing and sharing ideas, opinions or information
process of applying and sharing ideas, opinions or information
process of remembering and sharing ideas, opinions or information
What is the important of communication skill?
to understand basic communication pattern at workplace
to ignore what is said by others
to pay less attention to the person's respond
to ignore nonverbal clues
True or False
When you disagree with an employer, or coworker it is important to respect their point of view
True
False
What is a red flag for hiring managers during a job interview?
Speaking negatively about previous employers
Being late for the interview
Not preparing any questions
Lack of knowledge about the company
What is a good question to ask during a job interview?
Can you tell me about the company's history?
What is the most challenging aspect of this position?
How many employees does the company have?
What is the dress code at the company?
Why is being late for a job interview a bad idea?
It messes up the interviewer's schedule
It shows a lack of interest in the position
It demonstrates a lack of preparation
It indicates a negative attitude towards previous employers
What is the recommended dress code for a job interview?
Formal attire
Business casual attire
No specific dress code
Casual attire
Why should you avoid speaking negatively about previous employers?
It shows a lack of knowledge about the company
It indicates a negative attitude
It reveals a dishonest character
It demonstrates a lack of preparation
Why is it important to tell the truth during a job interview?
To avoid getting caught in a lie later on
To show confidence and assertiveness
To impress the hiring manager
To highlight your relevant achievements and skills
How should you present your achievements and skills during a job interview?
Arrogantly
Confidently
Casually
Modestly
What can you do to establish rapport with the hiring manager during a job interview?
Review the hiring manager's LinkedIn profile
Mention a recent news event
All of the above
Find something in common with the hiring manager
Why should you bring a hard copy of your résumé to a job interview?
To show your attention to detail
To demonstrate your professionalism
To have a reference during the interview
To impress the hiring manager
How can you make yourself stand out from other candidates during a job interview?
By explaining how you can help the company
By dressing in a unique way
By speaking negatively about other candidates
By exaggerating your achievements
What is a polite gesture to do after a job interview?
Send a thank-you email to the hiring manager
Ask for immediate feedback
Post about the interview on social media
Forget about the interview and move on
What should you research about the company before a job interview?
The company's history
The company's current services or products
The company's market share and competitors
All of the above
Why should you prepare questions for a job interview?
To demonstrate your knowledge about the company
All of the above
To show your interest in the position
To engage in a conversation with the hiring manager
What is the most challenging aspect of a job interview?
Making a good first impression
Dressing appropriately
Preparing questions
Researching the company
What should you do if you handled a professional situation badly in the past?
Avoid discussing the situation
Blame others for the situation
Hide the information from the hiring manager
Explain what you learned from the experience
A question that usually earns a yes or no response.
open-ended
closed-ended
read back
rephrase
Questions used to further develop a response to an initial question or questions asked after an interview.
follow-up
open-ended
closed-ended
read back
The reporter asks two questions at once.
two-part question
read back
follow up
rephrase
If you have little or no work experience, which of the following could be included on a resume?
Volunteering
Babysitting
Participating in clubs, academic or church groups
All of the above
When writing your resume, choose action verbs to describe work duties.
True
False
When preparing for a scheduled interview you should arrive:
1 hour early
Exactly on time
10 to 15 minutes early
None of the above
During an interview who is the most important person to greet in a friendly and respectful way?
The receptionist
The secretary
The interviewer
All of the above
What should you do if asked about your former company or boss during an interview?
Share positive experiences and constructive feedback
Overshare personal details
Avoid the question
Criticize and complain about them
a person applying for a job
employer
applicant
application
company
nonverbal communication through gestures, facial expressions, behaviors, and posture
punctual
hard skills
handshake
body language
the ability to speak, listen, and write effectively
communication skills
hard skills
experience
positive attitude
a business
employee
company
education
position
A personal business letter that you send with your resume when you apply for a job.
application
reference
resume
cover letter
schools you attended
education
experience
references
skills
Someone who works for an employer.
flunky
loser
employee
corporation
the person or company you work for
employee
employer
applicant
full time
work you have done in the past
soft skills
hard skills
employer
experience
30 - 40 hours per week
full time
part time
experience
company
To be a good communicator, you also have to be a _________ _________________________.
good talker
good listener
part time
full time
important part at the beginning of the interview
thanking them for the interview
soft skills
hand shake
work ethic
The ability to perform technical tasks or complete procedures.
soft skills
hard skills
references
experience
meeting face to face to try and get a job
resume
interview
application
references
a form used to apply for a job
requirements
references
resume
cover letter
working less than 30 hours a week
part time
full time
soft skills
requirements
the job you are applying for
company
employer
position
punctual
An outlook that focuses on the good side of things
negative attitude
positive attitude
hard skills
communication skills
on time to work
punctual
requirements
work ethic
positive attitude
someone who can answer questions regarding your character or ability
experience
employee
references
applicant
things you must be able to do or qualifications
references
work ethic
requirements
soft skills
A 1 - 2 page summary of your work history, skills, education, and references is a resume.
True
False
the traits that make you a good employee, such as etiquette, communication and listening, getting along with other people.
hard skills
soft skills
requirements
positive attitude
activities that you do well
skills
requirements
education
work ethic
how hard you work
resume
work ethic
experience
communication skills
