Interviewing For a Job

What is the primary goal of submitting an application or resume to an employer?

• To finalize working hours and agreements with the employer

• To get hired immediately

• To obtain an interview

• To start negotiating pay

What are the three stages of the interview process?

• Situation, task, and result

• Pre-interview, interview, and post-interview

• Introduction, body, and conclusion

• Research, interview, and thank you letters

What should you do before going to an interview?

• Call the employer and ask for a practice interview

• Research the employer

• Don't do anything! Concentrate on relaxing

• Talk to yourself in the mirror for one hour

Which industry does McDonald's belong to?

• The Entertainment Industry

• The Food Industry

• The Fashion Industry

• The Technology Industry

What are the recommended colors to wear to an interview in the construction or internet sales industry?

• Gray, black, or white

• Pink, purple, or bright yellow

• Any color you think looks good

• Dark blue, black, or gray

How long should an "elevator pitch" ideally last?

• No more than 5 minutes

• 30 to 60 minutes

• 30 to 60 seconds

• No more than 2 minutes

Which of the following is a typical request that might follow an "elevator pitch"?

• I am running late, so can we talk about this later?

• Give me a reason why I should hire you.

• I am not interested in hiring anyone right now.

• Tell me about yourself.

What are acceptable gestures while presenting?

• Introduction, body, supporting sentence, and conclusion

• The give, the show, and the chop

• Situation, task, action, result

• Education, work experience, key strengths, and future

What are the four components of a Type I "elevator pitch"?

• Introduction, what do you do, what do you want, and what is your end game

• Introduction, body, supporting sentence, and conclusion

• Situation, task, action, result

• Education, work experience, key strengths, and future

What is expected from a behavioral interview?

• An interview that asks questions only requiring yes or no answers

• An interview that asks you to talk about past experiences or scenarios

• An interview that is not required, but highly recommended

• An interview that disregards your past and talks about the future