Question 1

To show that you would fit in at a very informal company, dress for your interview the way employees dress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Some companies require all applicants to apply through their human resources departments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

When making an interview request by phone, avoid reading directly from prepared scripts or notes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

An interviewer can form a strong opinion of you within the first 30 seconds of meeting you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Most interviewers will pay much more attention to what you say than to your body language.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Describe why you will pay special attention to the gatekeeper and list two things you might do to build rapport with that person.

Accepted Answer

The gatekeeper is the person standing be

Question 7

Make yourself stand out in interviews by dressing in a manner that draws as much attention as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following is an indirect method of connecting with employers?

Accepted Answer

A) Personal visit requesting a job application 
B) Phone call requesting an interview 
C) Request for assistance with career planning 
D) None of the above 
A) Personal visit requesting a job application 
B) Phone call requesting an interview 
C) Request for assistance with career planning 
D) None of the above

Question 9

An interview begins in the waiting area with the receptionist, and perhaps in the parking lot.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Taking another job while you are waiting for a position to become available can give you valuable work experience, even if it is not similar to your target job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When employers are not advertising or hiring for positions, applicants are often more successful in obtaining interviews by using an indirect, rather than a direct, strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which communication form or feature has the most effect during your interview?

Accepted Answer

A) Nonverbal 
B) Verbal 
C) Voice quality 
D) None of the above 
A) Nonverbal 
B) Verbal 
C) Voice quality 
D) None of the above

Question 13

Using words like only and just is a useful way to indicate that you do not like to brag about your accomplishments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

To uncover the hidden job market and obtain an interview, you must:

Accepted Answer

A) learn about an employer's history and products. 
B) practice describing how your skills could benefit the company. 
C) describe how you could provide a useful service for the company. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above ​ 
A) learn about an employer's history and products. 
B) practice describing how your skills could benefit the company. 
C) describe how you could provide a useful service for the company. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above ​

Question 15

The hidden job market refers to:

Accepted Answer

A) jobs that have been posted only on the Internet. 
B) jobs obtained through networking sources. 
C) jobs that are unadvertised or that must be "created" by the applicant, who then must make an employer aware of a need the applicant could fill. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) jobs that have been posted only on the Internet. 
B) jobs obtained through networking sources. 
C) jobs that are unadvertised or that must be "created" by the applicant, who then must make an employer aware of a need the applicant could fill. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 16

When making a request for an interview, you should emphasize your qualifications before you ask for the interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe three ways you can communicate positive assertiveness with body language.

Accepted Answer

Positive assertive body language is comm

Question 18

When making a request for an interview by phone, relax and smile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The gatekeeper is an administrative support person, receptionist, or human resources staff person who screens calls and visitors for the person who makes hiring decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Often, a less experienced applicant with more enthusiasm for a job is hired over competitors who are more qualified but less enthusiastic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

To show that you would fit in at a very informal company, dress for your interview the way employees dress.

Some companies require all applicants to apply through their human resources departments.

When making an interview request by phone, avoid reading directly from prepared scripts or notes.

An interviewer can form a strong opinion of you within the first 30 seconds of meeting you.

Most interviewers will pay much more attention to what you say than to your body language.

Describe why you will pay special attention to the gatekeeper and list two things you might do to build rapport with that person.

Make yourself stand out in interviews by dressing in a manner that draws as much attention as possible.

Which of the following is an indirect method of connecting with employers?

An interview begins in the waiting area with the receptionist, and perhaps in the parking lot.

Taking another job while you are waiting for a position to become available can give you valuable work experience, even if it is not similar to your target job.

When employers are not advertising or hiring for positions, applicants are often more successful in obtaining interviews by using an indirect, rather than a direct, strategy.

Which communication form or feature has the most effect during your interview?

Using words like only and just is a useful way to indicate that you do not like to brag about your accomplishments.

To uncover the hidden job market and obtain an interview, you must:

The hidden job market refers to:

When making a request for an interview, you should emphasize your qualifications before you ask for the interview.

Describe three ways you can communicate positive assertiveness with body language.

When making a request for an interview by phone, relax and smile.

The gatekeeper is an administrative support person, receptionist, or human resources staff person who screens calls and visitors for the person who makes hiring decisions.

Often, a less experienced applicant with more enthusiasm for a job is hired over competitors who are more qualified but less enthusiastic.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Find Job Openings

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Prepare for Your Interview

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

Take Charge of Your Career Appendix: Succeeding in the Job Search Journey Using Social Media

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Exam 9: Know the Interview Essentials

To show that you would fit in at a very informal company, dress for your interview the way employees dress.

Some companies require all applicants to apply through their human resources departments.

When making an interview request by phone, avoid reading directly from prepared scripts or notes.

An interviewer can form a strong opinion of you within the first 30 seconds of meeting you.

Most interviewers will pay much more attention to what you say than to your body language.

Describe why you will pay special attention to the gatekeeper and list two things you might do to build rapport with that person.

Make yourself stand out in interviews by dressing in a manner that draws as much attention as possible.

Which of the following is an indirect method of connecting with employers?

An interview begins in the waiting area with the receptionist, and perhaps in the parking lot.

Taking another job while you are waiting for a position to become available can give you valuable work experience, even if it is not similar to your target job.

When employers are not advertising or hiring for positions, applicants are often more successful in obtaining interviews by using an indirect, rather than a direct, strategy.

Which communication form or feature has the most effect during your interview?

Using words like only and just is a useful way to indicate that you do not like to brag about your accomplishments.

To uncover the hidden job market and obtain an interview, you must:

The hidden job market refers to:

When making a request for an interview, you should emphasize your qualifications before you ask for the interview.

Describe three ways you can communicate positive assertiveness with body language.

When making a request for an interview by phone, relax and smile.

The gatekeeper is an administrative support person, receptionist, or human resources staff person who screens calls and visitors for the person who makes hiring decisions.

Often, a less experienced applicant with more enthusiasm for a job is hired over competitors who are more qualified but less enthusiastic.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Find Job Openings

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Prepare for Your Interview

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

Take Charge of Your Career Appendix: Succeeding in the Job Search Journey Using Social Media

Filters