Question 1

Even if you have less experience and fewer accomplishments than other candidates, you may be hired if you can demonstrate the skills required.

Accepted Answer

Employers will hire a candidate with less experience and fewer accomplishments if he or she can demonstrate the skills required.

Question 2

A(n) ___________ interview is meant to test a candidate's reactions during nerve-racking situations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ___________ interview is meant to test...

Question 3

Although you will likely accept a position over the phone, it is a good idea to follow up with an acceptance letter to confirm the details and to formalize the acceptance.

Accepted Answer

After accepting a position by phone, follow up with an acceptance letter to confirm the details and to formalize the acceptance.

Question 4

To feel confident and to be able to sell your qualifications, prepare and practice ______________ stories. These stories are specific examples of your educational and work-related experience that demonstrate your qualifications and achievements.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To feel confident and to be able...

Question 5

If you have submitted a résumé and cover letter, you will not be required to fill out a job application form.

Accepted Answer

Some organizations require job candidates to fill out an application form instead of, or in addition to, submitting the résumé.

Question 6

One of the best ways to overcome fear is to know what happens in a typical interview.

Accepted Answer

If you know what to expect in an interview, you will be more confident and less fearful.

Question 7

When greeting the interviewer, you should smile, maintain direct eye contact, and wait for the interviewer to initiate a handshake.

Accepted Answer

You should greet the interviewer confidently and not be afraid to initiate a handshake. Initiating a handshake shows your professionalism and confidence.

Question 8

Always ask permission before submitting someone's name as a reference.

Accepted Answer

Before you list anyone as a reference, be sure to ask permission.

Question 9

To respond effectively to behavioral questions, use the storytelling technique to relate a success story about an educational or work situation or task that is relatively current.

Accepted Answer

The storytelling technique works well for responses to behavioral questions because you can share a specific example of a similar task or situation from your recent work or educational experiences.

Question 10

You can send positive _____________ messages by arriving on time, dressing professionally, controlling your body movements, exhibiting good posture, using appropriate eye contact, smiling appropriately, and listening attentively.

Accepted Answer

The answer of You can send positive _____________ messages by...

Question 11

A job applicant should never answer an illegal or inappropriate interview question.

Accepted Answer

If you find the illegal or inappropriate interview question harmless and if you want the job, go ahead and answer it.

Question 12

After opening introductions, recruiters generally try to start the interview with a series of stress-inducing questions to see immediately how the job applicant will hold up under fire.

Accepted Answer

After opening introductions, recruiters generally try to start the interview with personal questions that put you at ease.

Question 13

Remember that you will be judged not only by the interviewer but also by the receptionist and anyone else who sees you before and after the interview.

Accepted Answer

When you enter the office, be courteous and congenial to everyone. Remember that you are being judged not only by the interviewer but also by the receptionist and anyone else who sees you before and after the interview. They will notice how you sit, what you read, and how you look. Introduce yourself to the receptionist, and wait to be invited to sit.

Question 14

During ______________ interviews, companies save time and money by eliminating less-qualified candidates before scheduling face-to-face interviews.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During ______________ interviews, companies save time and...

Question 15

If you've been interviewed by more than one person, send one thank-you note to the person who appeared to be in charge.

Accepted Answer

If you have been interviewed by more than one person, send a separate letter to each interviewer.

Question 16

Writing a follow-up letter after being turned down for a job is unprofessional and unnecessary.

Accepted Answer

If you don't get the job you wanted, always respond with a rejection follow-up letter because the applicant who was offered the position may decline, or other positions may open up.

Question 17

When answering interview questions, use slurred words such as wanna and slangy expressions such as cool to show that you're just a normal person who will fit into the company's culture.

Accepted Answer

Be sure to use good English and enunciate clearly. Avoid slurred words such as "gonna" and "din't," as well as slangy expressions such as "yeah," "like," and "ya know."

Question 18

_________ interviews are typically conducted by a group of people who will be your supervisors and colleagues. Usually seated around a table, interviewers may take turns asking questions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ interviews are typically conducted by a...

Question 19

When explaining how you would handle a negative hypothetical situation described in a situational question, you should respond positively even though the situation sounds negative.

Accepted Answer

Even if the situation described sounds negative, you should keep your response positive.

Question 20

After an interview, you should always wait for the interviewer to contact you first.

Accepted Answer

If you don't hear from the interviewer within five days (or at the specified time), call him or her.

Quiz 14: Interviewing and Following up