Interview and Communication Skills

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

How early should you be to a job interview? 

• 2-3 min.
• 5-10 min.
• 10-15 min.
• None of these

Why should you bring extra copies of your resume and cover letter?

• You should not bring extra copies
• Because you want to show off to the interviewers
• In case you never sent it to them in the first place
• In case there are more people interviewing you, you can offer it to them

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