Question 1

Broadly discuss the steps you should follow when asking for a raise.

Accepted Answer

You got the job. You are making great pr

Question 2

A(n) _____ is a brief, memorized description of yourself consisting of 45-75 words which can be delivered in 30-45 seconds.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _____ is a brief, memorized description...

Question 3

What should you do when preparing physically for an interview?

Accepted Answer

Make sure you have the information and m

Question 4

In a _____interview, several applicants meet with one or two interviewers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a _____interview, several applicants meet with...

Question 5

If you have not heard from a company in one to two weeks after your interview with the company, write a(n) _____ to each person with whom you interviewed.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If you have not heard from a...

Question 6

Which of the following is True of the postinterview thank-you letter?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is sent to you by the interviewer to thank you for participating in the interview. 
B)  It creates a bad impression of you as a prospective employee. 
C)  It gives you a second opportunity to "sell" yourself to the interviewer. 
D)  It leads the interviewer to think that you are presumptuous and arrogant. 
A)  It is sent to you by the interviewer to thank you for participating in the interview. 
B)  It creates a bad impression of you as a prospective employee. 
C)  It gives you a second opportunity to "sell" yourself to the interviewer. 
D)  It leads the interviewer to think that you are presumptuous and arrogant.

Question 7

It is not permissible for a candidate in an interview to ask questions that deal with salary or benefits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

It is better to resign from your current position before looking for a new position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Discuss the ways in which you could make a positive first impression at an interview.

Accepted Answer

Student answers will vary.
Your punctual

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT one of the benefits of conducting research on a company before interviewing with the company?

Accepted Answer

A)  You are better prepared to tell the interviewers about their poor management policies. 
B)  You can talk about how you can make an immediate contribution to the company. 
C)  You are better able to discuss how your experiences and qualifications match the company's needs. 
D)  You are able to decide if the company is a place you would like to work. 
A)  You are better prepared to tell the interviewers about their poor management policies. 
B)  You can talk about how you can make an immediate contribution to the company. 
C)  You are better able to discuss how your experiences and qualifications match the company's needs. 
D)  You are able to decide if the company is a place you would like to work.

Question 11

A(n) _____ is an increase in position or rank.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _____ is an increase in position...

Question 12

If you have an impressive background, résumé, and application letter, you do not need to "sell" yourself when interviewed by a prospective employer face-to-face.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Define the three basic interview methods. Provide examples for basic information to follow for each interview method.

Accepted Answer

The three basic interview methods are th

Question 14

When looking for competitive salaries for your job, using job titles for comparison purposes will get you the data you need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

An interviewer asks for a second interview request at the end of the first interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

It is recommended that male candidates wear a suit and a tie to an interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A group interview is designed to uncover leadership potential among the applicants and to see how they interact with others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is a good way to find out the competitive salary for employees with your job responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use salary surveys that are published nationally. 
B)  Visit other employees with your job title and ask them how much they get paid. 
C)  Refer to listings of all employees with your job title. 
D)  Ask your interviewer how much he or she gets paid. 
A)  Use salary surveys that are published nationally. 
B)  Visit other employees with your job title and ask them how much they get paid. 
C)  Refer to listings of all employees with your job title. 
D)  Ask your interviewer how much he or she gets paid.

Question 19

After you have been interviewed, it is a good strategy to immediately send the interviewer a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of After you have been interviewed, it is...

Question 20

A _____ may be conducted over the telephone and may also serve as a preliminary selection of your communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Accepted Answer

A)  screening interview 
B)  panel interview 
C)  situational interview 
D)  stress interview 
A)  screening interview 
B)  panel interview 
C)  situational interview 
D)  stress interview

Broadly discuss the steps you should follow when asking for a raise.

A(n) _____ is a brief, memorized description of yourself consisting of 45-75 words which can be delivered in 30-45 seconds.

What should you do when preparing physically for an interview?

In a _____interview, several applicants meet with one or two interviewers.

If you have not heard from a company in one to two weeks after your interview with the company, write a(n) _____ to each person with whom you interviewed.

Which of the following is True of the postinterview thank-you letter?

It is not permissible for a candidate in an interview to ask questions that deal with salary or benefits.

It is better to resign from your current position before looking for a new position.

Discuss the ways in which you could make a positive first impression at an interview.

Which of the following is NOT one of the benefits of conducting research on a company before interviewing with the company?

A(n) _____ is an increase in position or rank.

If you have an impressive background, résumé, and application letter, you do not need to "sell" yourself when interviewed by a prospective employer face-to-face.

Define the three basic interview methods. Provide examples for basic information to follow for each interview method.

When looking for competitive salaries for your job, using job titles for comparison purposes will get you the data you need.

An interviewer asks for a second interview request at the end of the first interview.

It is recommended that male candidates wear a suit and a tie to an interview.

A group interview is designed to uncover leadership potential among the applicants and to see how they interact with others.

Which of the following is a good way to find out the competitive salary for employees with your job responsibilities?

After you have been interviewed, it is a good strategy to immediately send the interviewer a(n) _____.

A _____ may be conducted over the telephone and may also serve as a preliminary selection of your communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Expanding Language Skills

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Searching for Jobs

Filters

Exam 16: Interviewing and Employment Issues

Broadly discuss the steps you should follow when asking for a raise.

A(n) _____ is a brief, memorized description of yourself consisting of 45-75 words which can be delivered in 30-45 seconds.

What should you do when preparing physically for an interview?

In a _____interview, several applicants meet with one or two interviewers.

If you have not heard from a company in one to two weeks after your interview with the company, write a(n) _____ to each person with whom you interviewed.

Which of the following is True of the postinterview thank-you letter?

It is not permissible for a candidate in an interview to ask questions that deal with salary or benefits.

It is better to resign from your current position before looking for a new position.

Discuss the ways in which you could make a positive first impression at an interview.

Which of the following is NOT one of the benefits of conducting research on a company before interviewing with the company?

A(n) _____ is an increase in position or rank.

If you have an impressive background, résumé, and application letter, you do not need to "sell" yourself when interviewed by a prospective employer face-to-face.

Define the three basic interview methods. Provide examples for basic information to follow for each interview method.

When looking for competitive salaries for your job, using job titles for comparison purposes will get you the data you need.

An interviewer asks for a second interview request at the end of the first interview.

It is recommended that male candidates wear a suit and a tie to an interview.

A group interview is designed to uncover leadership potential among the applicants and to see how they interact with others.

Which of the following is a good way to find out the competitive salary for employees with your job responsibilities?

After you have been interviewed, it is a good strategy to immediately send the interviewer a(n) _____.

A _____ may be conducted over the telephone and may also serve as a preliminary selection of your communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Communicating in Everyday Life

Interpreting Communication

Communicating Globally

Exploring Language Elements

Mastering Nouns and Pronouns

Expanding Language Skills

Applying the Mechanics of Style

Sharpening Writing Skills

Writing E-Mails, Memos, and Letters

Writing Specific Communications

Preparing and Writing Reports

Working With Technology

Communicating With Customers

Developing Presentation Skills

Searching for Jobs

Filters