Ba-105w Ch.16

When filling out a job application, what should you do?

Look over all questions before starting.

What is the most accurate statement about employers using Google and social media sites to screen job candidates?

Many employers use Google or social media sites to screen job candidates because these tools are not effective.

During the job interview, you are asked What is your greatest weakness? What is the best way for you to respond?

Mention a previous weakness and demonstrate how you have corrected it or have learned from it.

If an interviewer asks if you have any questions at the end of an interview, which of the following would not be an appropriate response?

No, I have no questions at this time.

What is the most accurate statement about online, video, and virtual interviews?

The same rules apply whether you are interviewing face-to-face or taking part in an online or virtual interview.

Thomas has an interview with a large company in his hometown, and he knows that one of the most important steps in effective interviewing is gathering detailed information about a prospective employer. What information should he locate about the company before his interview?

Thomas should find out all of this information about the prospective employer.

Even if you discuss your resignation in person with your supervisor, it is a good idea to document your resignation with a formal letter.

True

If you are turned down for a position, employment specialists recommend writing a rejection follow-up letter to the potential employer.

True

When asked about your greatest strengths, include success stories to back up your response.

True

When asking a reference to provide a recommendation letter, give the recommender copies of your résumé and college transcript, as well as details about the position, its requirements, and the recommendation deadline.

True

What is your native language? is an example of an inappropriate question.

true

Landslide Marketing, Inc., is interviewing several candidates for a leadership position that requires strong communication skills. What form of interview will the company most likely use to interview for this position?

A group interview in which the company interviews several candidates at the same time

Lucas is preparing several success stories prior to his job interview for a marketing position. Which of the following scenarios would result in the best success story for this position?

A story about developing a new sales technique that increased his customer sales by 30 percent over a six-month period

For a job candidate, the job interview is an opportunity to

All of these choices.

Which of the following statements about illegal and inappropriate interview questions is accurate?

All these statements are accurate.

Bank of America is hiring new tellers. Because tellers often find themselves in nerve-wracking situations when dealing with customers, what form of interview will Bank of America most likely use to interview for this position?

An online interview to test the applicants' technical skills

Which of these responses is the best answer to the question Where do you see yourself five years from now?

As a member of your team, I will have grown and learned enough to advance to a position in management is the best because this response shows that you want to grow with the organization.

Travis will be returning an employer's call and wants to make sure that the first conversation is impressive. What should he do?

Before he hangs up, reconfirm the date and time of the interview.

Hannah has been offered a retail management position and will now be negotiating for her salary. What advice would you give her?

Consider the entire compensation package when negotiating salary.

How should you close an interview?

Briefly review your strengths, thank the interviewer, and ask what the next step will be.

Mahmoud sent a thank-you e-mail message to his interviewer immediately after his interview. It's been more than five days now, and Mahmoud has still not heard from the employer. What action should Mahmoud take now?

Call or send an e-mail message to check the status of the position.

What is the best advice for answering interview questions?

Clarify vague questions when necessary.

Which of the following does an employer try to do during the job interview?

Decide whether you will fit into the organization.

You want to be prepared if you are asked about your salary expectations during a job interview. What should you do?

Do research before the interview so that you know what similar jobs are paying in your geographic region.

Which of the following statements about screening interviews is most accurate?

Employers use screening interviews to determine whether a job applicant should move on to the next step in the interview process.

During an interview it is appropriate to talk negatively about previous employers since doing so will show that you are honest.

False

The most common type of hiring/placement interview is the panel interview.

False

The only person you need to impress during the interview process is the interviewer.

False

To show your interviewer how successful you are, leave your smartphone on during the job interview.

False

When asked about your salary expectations, be sure to give a specific dollar-per-hour amount.

False

Tanisha is actively looking for a job and knows that she may soon receive phone calls from prospective employers. What is the best advice you can give her so that she'll make a good first impression?

If caught off guard by a call, ask whether she can call back in a few minutes.

What is the most effective way to handle an illegal or inappropriate question during an interview?

If you find the question harmless and if you want the job, go ahead and answer it.

Kathleen wants to make a good first impression when she arrives at her interview. What should she do?

Initiate a handshake with the interviewer.

Ged was interviewed by a team of five people for a management position. What type of hiring/placement interview is this?

Panel interview

What is the most accurate statement about job interviews?

Preparation often determines who gets the job.

Which of the following is one of the best ways to reduce anxiety during a job interview?

Prepare thoroughly by researching the company and preparing success stories.

Of the following, which is probably the best source for learning about a company's day-to-day culture and gaining inside information?

Reading blogs written by company employees

If you didn't get a position that you really wanted, what should you do?

Send a rejection follow-up letter that says you're disappointed but still interested.

Samara interviewed for a management position and was just asked back for a second interviewer with the head of the department. If she does well in this second interview, she will move on to an interview with the company president. What type of interview format is this?

Sequential interview

How should you respond if an interviewer asks Why should we hire you when other applicants have more experience?

Show your confidence in your own ability by stressing strengths such as your openness to new ideas and your knowledge of the latest methods and equipment.

Which of the following statements about nonverbal messages during an interview is most accurate?

Sit erect, leaning forward slightly, to show interest and confidence.

Select the best statement to include in the interview thank-you message.

Talking with you on Tuesday, April 25, about the marketing associate position was both informative and interesting.

Which of the following is an example of a behavioral interview question?

Tell me about a time when you solved a difficult problem.

Maxam has just been offered and accepted a full-time position over the phone. What is the best thing for him to do now?

Write a job acceptance letter to confirm the details and formalize the acceptance.

Patricia has just been offered a full-time position over the phone and has decided that the position isn't right for her and that she will turn it down. What should she do?

Write a letter thanking the employer for the job offer and briefly explaining that she is turning it down.

What is the best answer to the interview question Why do you want to work for us?

Your high-quality products and your commitment to our community are impressive, and I would like to be a part of helping you meet your goals.

After writing a follow-up message to thank your interviewer, your next step should be

alerting your references that they may be contacted.

Effective interview preparation techniques include practicing answers to typical questions, rehearsing success stories, deciding what to wear, and

cleaning up digital dirt.

If the interviewer begins a question with Tell me about a time when you ..., you should

describe a situation or task, tell what action you took, and emphasize a positive result.

A colleague has told you in confidence that she suspects another colleague of stealing. What would your actions be? is an example of a behavioral interview question.

false

After an interview you should always wait for the interviewer to contact you first.

false

During salary negotiations let the employer know exactly how much money you need each month to cover your personal expenses.

false

If you put your cell phone number on your résumé, answer your cell phone every time it rings to make sure you don't miss an employer's call.

false

To be polite, always wait for the interviewer to ask you for questions before asking any.

false

When asked about your plans for the future, discuss both personal and professional goals.

false

If an interviewer asks Why do you want to work for us?, you should

show that you understand the company and its culture.

A company has decided to interview several candidates for the same position at the same time to judge their leadership skills. This is an example of a group interview.

true

Employers often hire people who present themselves well instead of others with better credentials.

true

One benefit of researching a company before an interview is that you may uncover information that convinces you that you would not want to work for the company.

true

Tell me about a time when you showed initiative and took the lead is an example of a behavioral interview question.

true