Exam 14: Interviewing and Following up

Which of these is the most effective response to the question, What do you think is your greatest weakness?

When responding to the question Tell me about yourself , focus on personal information such as your hometown, family, and hobbies.

Always ask permission before submitting someone's name as a reference.

Which of the following statements about interview thank-you messages is most accurate?

You should write a formal ____________________ letter to confirm the exact date you will terminate your employment when it is a position you have held for an extended period.

Summarizing your relevant qualifications is an effective way to end an interview positively.

An effective way to begin a thank-you message is Thank you for taking the time to interview me.

During your job search, you should treat any call from an employer like an interview.

Notice of your resignation from a position delivered to your supervisor in person is considered sufficient; you do not need to document it in writing.

If your résumé or application generates no response within a reasonable time, you should consider sending a short follow-up e-mail or letter to emphasize your qualifications or to add new information.

Effective storytelling is key to responding effectively to behavioral interview questions.

To feel confident and to sell your qualifications, you should prepare and practice ____________________ stories that provide specific examples of your educational and work-related experience to showcase your qualifications and achievements.

Which of ​the following statements about online interviews is most accurate?

When interviewing for high-pressure positions, companies may use stress interview techniques, which include being

Which type of hiring/placement interview is the most common?​

To avoid coming across as tentative in an interview, always answer a question even if you don't understand it.

If an interviewer says Tell me about yourself , what is the best way to respond?

If you don't hear from the interviewer within five days, the best follow up is a phone call to the interviewer to inquire about the decision and to indicate your extreme desire for the job.

If you've been interviewed by more than one person, send one thank-you note to the person who appeared to be in charge.

If an interviewer asks if you have any questions at the end of an interview, which of the following is an inappropriate response?