Business Communication: Building Critical Skills

Kitty O. Locker, Ohio State University
Steven Kyo Kaczmarek, Columbus State Community College
Kathryn Braun, Sheridan College

Job Interviews

Self Quiz


1	Employers today expect job applicants to do which of the following?
		A)	Be more aggressive.
		B)	Follow instructions to the letter.
		C)	Participate in many interviews.
		D)	All of the above.


2	Inappropriate clothing or being late
		A)	Can cost you a job.
		B)	Usually will be forgiven.
		C)	Shows that you are only human.
		D)	None of the above.


3	While contacting potential employers, you get voice mail. Your message should
		A)	Request a job.
		B)	Be concise and include your name and phone number.
		C)	Take a minute to detail your qualifications.
		D)	Ask why the potential employer was not in.


4	If you're interviewing for a job that includes getting dirty, you should wear
		A)	A suit.
		B)	A dress.
		C)	Whatever you want.
		D)	Sturdy clothes.


5	Your interview skills will improve with
		A)	Practice.
		B)	Luck.
		C)	Both of the above.
		D)	None of the above.


6	It's a good idea to bring a portfolio of work samples to the interview.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	A conservative hairstyle is likely more appropriate for a job interview than an elaborate one.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	In general, job interviews only last 15 minutes.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	If your grades are low, there's no point in even applying for a job.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	Successful interviewees ask a small number of general questions during the interview.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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