What are four things you can do during an interview to ensure you project a positive attitude?
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1. Concentrate on being likeable
2. Project confidence and pride
3. Demonstrate enthusiasm
4. Show knowledge of and interest in the employer
5. Never stop performing at your best
6. Remember than an interview is a two-way street
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Identify at least three body language messages that project a positive attitude?
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Body language messages that project trust include a firm, warm handshake; a pleasant facial expression; erect posture; a pleasant, energetic tone of voice; and a tall, deliberate walk.
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Why is it important to dress for success at a job interview?
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Your clothes will make the first impression and appropriate clothes can help you to feel more confident.
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An interview begins in the waiting area with the receptionist.
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True
False
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True
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What information should be included in a 60-second interview commercial?
Be prepared for any interviewing emergencies by bringing an interview survival pack.
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True
False
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True
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List 6 mistakes that can be made during an interview.
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-Sitting down before being invited
-Bringing someone to the interview
-Having a limp handshake
-Chewing gum or smoking
-Arriving late or too early
-Badmouthing former employers
-Talking too much
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During an interview, your _____ can be as influential as your skills and abilities.
a.
attitude
b.
image
c.
appearance
d.
all of the above
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D. All of the above
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Summarize the importance of body language during an interview.
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Body language can send a positive or negative message to the employer. The goal is to send positive messages. Positive messages can be sent by maintaining eye contact, sitting up straight, and having a firm handshake. Negative messages are sent when a person twitches, avoids eye contact, and slouches.
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You should dress conservatively and avoid flashy jewelry or clothes for an interview.
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True
False
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True
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When dressing for success you should NOT _____.
a.
dress neatly
b.
wear bright, flashy clothes
c.
wear minimal jewelry
d.
look clean
answer
b.
wear bright, flashy clothes
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The process of sending and receiving messages without using any spoken words defines _____.
a.
verbal communication
b.
nonverbal communication
c.
open communication
d.
empty communication
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b.
nonverbal communication
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Which of the following forms of communication has the most impact during your interview?
a.
Nonverbal
b.
Verbal
c.
Voice quality
d.
Intonation
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a.
Nonverbal
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Which of the following is NOT an example of nonverbal communication?
a.
Using facial expressions
b.
Talking on the telephone
c.
Making eye contact
d.
Making hand gestures
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b.
Talking on the telephone
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Prepare for an interview by having accurate and reliable maps to the interview's location.
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True
False
answer
True
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The process of sending and receiving messages with words defines _____.
a.
verbal communication
b.
nonverbal communication
c.
open communication
d.
empty communication
answer
a.
verbal communication
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Employers will be evaluating your attitude and communication skills during an interview.
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True
False
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True
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One of the biggest mistakes you can make during an interview is failing to match the interviewer's communication style.
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True
False
answer
True
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The best way to convince employers of your skills and abilities is to _____.
a.
provide a written list, such as in your resume
b.
offer proof by example in answering interview questions
c.
have the employer contact your references
d.
none of the above
answer
b.
offer proof by example in answering interview questions
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During an interview you should be modest about your skills and abilities.
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True
False
answer
False
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