Question 1

Only applicants who have trouble getting interviews should take time to follow up on rejection notices with a phone call.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

if you get a rejection notice after an interview

Accepted Answer

A) call the human resources departments and demand an explanation. 
B) call the interviewer and ask for an evaluation of your qualifications and interview skills. 
A) call the human resources departments and demand an explanation. 
B) call the interviewer and ask for an evaluation of your qualifications and interview skills. B

Question 3

After an unsuccessful interview, it is acceptable  to

Accepted Answer

A) ask the interviewer to evaluate your interview performance. 
B) ask the interviewer for a referral to another department or organization. 
C) apply for other jobs in the same organization. 
D) b and c 
E) all of the above 
A) ask the interviewer to evaluate your interview performance. 
B) ask the interviewer for a referral to another department or organization. 
C) apply for other jobs in the same organization. 
D) b and c 
E) all of the above E

Question 4

Interviewers believe that when a candidate says negative things about their current employer, it shows the candidate is emotionally ready to switch to a new company.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

If you are not getting interviews, reduce the number of sources you are using to find leads and concentrate on using Monster and Craigslist.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

To maintain a good attitude and high self-esteem, evaluate and follow up only after interviews that were positive experiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

After interviewing a list of candidates and offering the job to one or more of them, employers delete the list of candidates. If a new position opens up, it's easier to repost the job than use the list of candidates previously interviewed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

If your friend is not getting interviews, what two things would you advise them to do?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary and can include items

Question 9

If you ask an interviewer for advice on how to improve your interview performance after you have received a rejection notice, you will be considered weak and to be lacking self-confidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

If your friend is getting interviews but not getting job offers, what two things would you advise them to do?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary and can include items

Question 11

If an interviewer is willing to give you feedback about an unsuccessful interview:

Accepted Answer

A) listen carefully and take notes. 
B) explain why the criticism in not valid. 
A) listen carefully and take notes. 
B) explain why the criticism in not valid.

Question 12

If you aren't getting interviews, it might be time to ask your Career Network contacts to give you feedback on your resume.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

How can you counter negative feelings and renew your job search efforts after a job rejection?

Accepted Answer

Recommended actions include the followin

Question 14

After an unsuccessful interview, use your Facebook account to

Accepted Answer

A) warn other jobseekers about the organization's bad hiring practices. 
B) write a positive status update about your interview experience. 
A) warn other jobseekers about the organization's bad hiring practices. 
B) write a positive status update about your interview experience.

Question 15

What steps can you take if you are not getting interviews?

Accepted Answer

A) Use more sources so that you can find more jobs to apply for. 
B) Review the job listings to see if you are applying for jobs that match your qualifications. 
C) Apply for fewer jobs and customize your resume and cover letter for those jobs you do apply for. 
D) Meet with a career counselor to get advice about your job search strategy and your resume and cover letter. 
E) All of the above 
A) Use more sources so that you can find more jobs to apply for. 
B) Review the job listings to see if you are applying for jobs that match your qualifications. 
C) Apply for fewer jobs and customize your resume and cover letter for those jobs you do apply for. 
D) Meet with a career counselor to get advice about your job search strategy and your resume and cover letter. 
E) All of the above

Only applicants who have trouble getting interviews should take time to follow up on rejection notices with a phone call.

if you get a rejection notice after an interview

After an unsuccessful interview, it is acceptable to

Interviewers believe that when a candidate says negative things about their current employer, it shows the candidate is emotionally ready to switch to a new company.

If you are not getting interviews, reduce the number of sources you are using to find leads and concentrate on using Monster and Craigslist.

To maintain a good attitude and high self-esteem, evaluate and follow up only after interviews that were positive experiences.

After interviewing a list of candidates and offering the job to one or more of them, employers delete the list of candidates. If a new position opens up, it's easier to repost the job than use the list of candidates previously interviewed.

If your friend is not getting interviews, what two things would you advise them to do?

If you ask an interviewer for advice on how to improve your interview performance after you have received a rejection notice, you will be considered weak and to be lacking self-confidence.

If your friend is getting interviews but not getting job offers, what two things would you advise them to do?

If an interviewer is willing to give you feedback about an unsuccessful interview:

If you aren't getting interviews, it might be time to ask your Career Network contacts to give you feedback on your resume.

How can you counter negative feelings and renew your job search efforts after a job rejection?

After an unsuccessful interview, use your Facebook account to

What steps can you take if you are not getting interviews?

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

Know the Interview Essentials

Prepare for Your Interview

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

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

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

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Exam 13: Dealing With Disappointment

Only applicants who have trouble getting interviews should take time to follow up on rejection notices with a phone call.

if you get a rejection notice after an interview

After an unsuccessful interview, it is acceptable to

Interviewers believe that when a candidate says negative things about their current employer, it shows the candidate is emotionally ready to switch to a new company.

If you are not getting interviews, reduce the number of sources you are using to find leads and concentrate on using Monster and Craigslist.

To maintain a good attitude and high self-esteem, evaluate and follow up only after interviews that were positive experiences.

After interviewing a list of candidates and offering the job to one or more of them, employers delete the list of candidates. If a new position opens up, it's easier to repost the job than use the list of candidates previously interviewed.

If your friend is not getting interviews, what two things would you advise them to do?

If you ask an interviewer for advice on how to improve your interview performance after you have received a rejection notice, you will be considered weak and to be lacking self-confidence.

If your friend is getting interviews but not getting job offers, what two things would you advise them to do?

If an interviewer is willing to give you feedback about an unsuccessful interview:

If you aren't getting interviews, it might be time to ask your Career Network contacts to give you feedback on your resume.

How can you counter negative feelings and renew your job search efforts after a job rejection?

After an unsuccessful interview, use your Facebook account to

What steps can you take if you are not getting interviews?

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

Know the Interview Essentials

Prepare for Your Interview

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

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

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

Filters