Mastering Job Interview Skills

How can you demonstrate your enthusiasm for the position during an interview?

• By interrupting the interviewer to share your ideas.

• By speaking very quickly.

• By asking detailed questions about the role and company.

• By mentioning how desperately you need the job.

Crossing your arms during an interview can be interpreted as:

• Being open and receptive.

• Being defensive or closed off.

• A sign of intelligence.

• An indication of comfort.

Why is it important to practice answering interview questions beforehand?

• To memorize answers and sound robotic.

• It's not important; spontaneity is key.

• To reduce nervousness and improve your responses.

• To impress the interviewer with big words.

What should you avoid doing during an interview?

• Taking notes

• Asking questions

• Fidgeting excessively

• Making eye contact

What does maintaining eye contact during an interview signal?

• Nervousness

• Aggression

• Confidence

• Disinterest

Why is it important to turn off your phone or put it on silent during an interview?

• To play a game if the interview gets boring.

• To avoid interruptions and show respect.

• It's not important; taking calls shows you're busy and important.

• To save battery for later.

What is an appropriate way to greet your interviewer?

• With a high five.

• With a firm handshake.

• With a hug.

• By waving from a distance.

What should you do if you don't know the answer to a question during an interview?

• Make up an answer.

• Say nothing and stare at the interviewer.

• Politely ask for a moment to think.

• Immediately change the subject.

What should you do if the interviewer asks about your weaknesses?

• Claim you have none.

• Share a personal story unrelated to work.

• Identify a weakness and how you're working to improve it.

• Talk about a weakness that is actually a strength.

What should you do if you are going to be late for an interview?

• Cancel the interview.

• Show up late without notice.

• Call ahead and notify the interviewer.

• Reschedule for another day.