Interview Skills Quiz

Shoes for both men and women should be:

• Brightly colored and used as an accent piece because a ‘pop’ of color is the latest trend in fashion

• Cleaned and polished

• Steel-toed for protection

• Open-toed for comfort

Whenever you enter a room for the first time, it takes only a few seconds for people you’ve never met to form perceptions about you and your abilities.

• True

• False

Fingernails should always be long so you can reach the top of your keyboard.

• True

• False

Your tie should be a representation of what you like. If you love cooking, it’s okay to wear a tie with giant bacon strips on it, as long as it’s tastefully done.

• True

• False

In attire best practice, navy blue, khaki, white, gray, and black should be staple colors when choosing your wardrobe for work.

• True

• False

Watches should be:

• Large and flashy

• Simple with a leather or metal strap

• Simple with your favorite sports team logo on the watch strap

• Brightly colored

Rings and jewelry should be kept at a minimum.

• True

• False

Men should be aware of all of the following grooming tips except for:

• A strong musty spray is important when meeting clients

• It is best practice to brush your teeth or have a piece of gum after meals

• Your face should be cleanly shaven or well maintained

• Hands and nails should be well maintained

Some of the perceptions people can form solely from your appearance are (choose all that apply):

• Your age

• Your professionalism

• Your department/field of work

• Your level of sophistication

What should you NOT do to prepare for an interview?

• Research the company

• Learn the company's concerns and problems

• Practice top interview questions and answers

• Memorize key answers to interview questions