Exam 14: Applying and Interviewing for Employment

List and describe the six tasks you need to complete to prepare for a successful job interview.

Staging ________ interviews can help you identify self-defeating nonverbal behaviours and speech mannerisms.

You should refer the reader to your résumé by citing a specific fact or general point covered there.

In a(n) ________ interview, the interviewer adapts the questions based on the answers you give.

In the selection round of interviews, your best approach is to ________.

It is acceptable not to have any questions for the interviewer(s) at the end of the interview.

You have cleared four rounds of grueling interviews at Steadfast Solutions and have been asked to come for one last meeting with Edward Simmons, V.P. of Finance. At this stage of recruitment, Mr. Simmons is most likely to be concerned with ________.

Panel interviews save time for employers and let them see how candidates perform under pressure.

In the final paragraph of your application letter, make sure you ask the reader for a specific action and ________.

During an interview, the last opportunity to correct any misconceptions the interviewer might have ________.

Describe four ways to respond to unethical or illegal interview questions.

Which of the following should you NOT do during a telephone interview?

When sending résumés and application letters, be aware that ________.

Pre-employment tests attempt to provide objective, quantitative information about a candidate's skills, attitudes, and habits.

Describe the three stages in a typical sequence of interviews.

Dressing conservatively for your interview is preferable to dressing to express your individuality.

Staging mock interviews can help you identify self-defeating nonverbal behaviours and speech mannerisms.

If your application letter and résumé fail to elicit a response, you may contact the employer ________ after the close date.

Describe the three stages of a successful employment interview.

Shopmart has advertised for a store manager position in their Victoria, British Columbia centre. You want to apply for this position since you have assisted your store manager and have thorough knowledge of the skills required for the job. When writing your application letter to Shopmart, you should ________.