WPMG Interviewing Assessment

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SECTION I - PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW

Instructions:
Please answer the following Questions by selecting one of the multiple choice answers below.

The interview process allows the interviewer to assess the potential employee in many areas. Some of these areas include but are not limited to:*

physical appearance
attitude
social skills
All of the above

It is critical to know the place and time of the interview and take appropriate steps to be available for your interview. Choose the best response to the following*

Park in the employees parking area if you are running late.
Make sure you put extra money in the parking meter so you won’t get a ticket.
Arrive for the interview 10-15 minutes early.
None of the above

Envision why the hiring entity is interested in your qualifications and be prepared to identify and share reasons why you should be considered for the job. Choose the best response to the question "Why should we consider you for this job?"*

"I have 5 years of experience with this type of work. I am a hard worker, dependable and a team player. My annual employee evaluations have all been rated "exceeds expectations."
"I graduated from college 2 years ago and had 5 jobs since graduation."
"I am a dependable worker. I was at my last job for 6 months and was only absent 5 times."
"I love this kind of work and I would be good at the job."

Do you consider yourself successful?*

Yes
No
Maybe
Not Sure

What can your co-workers say about your work habits?*

Hardworking
Honest
Dependable
All of the above

When preparing for an interview, you should not only think about questions an interviewer may ask you, but also identify questions you may want to ask them. Choose the question you should never ask in a first interview.*

What is your dress code policy?
What is the opportunity for advancement with your company?
How much and how often will I be paid?
When will you make a decision on hiring for this position? Will I be notified even if I’m not selected.

During the interview, which of the following behaviors do you think an interviewer would find most unforgivable?*

Poor personal appearance
Over-emphasis on money
Failure to look at the interviewer and make occasional eye contact during the interview
Failure to ask any questions

Plan to put your best foot forward during your interview. You only get one chance to make a first impression. Which one of the following should you NOT do in your interview?*

Arrive 10-15 minutes early and be prepared with responses to questions you may be asked and with questions you will ask.
Greet the interviewer with an enthusiast smile and a firm handshake.
Wear appropriate attire. Clothing should be conservative, neat and clean and jewelry and makeup understated.
Avoid looking the interviewer directly in the eye. Many people view this as rude or aggressive.

A part of the interview process includes you conducting yourself in a professional and polite manner. Which of the following is not an appropriate manner of action?*

Enter the interview room with a smile and demonstrate positive confident energy.
Introduce yourself, smile, make eye contact and extend your hand for a firm handshake.
Immediately seat yourself and wait for the interviewer to proceed.
Thank the interviewer for the opportunity to meet with them.

Lack of preparation for the interview will not be looked upon favorably. Which of the following actions should not be done in preparation for the interview.

Research of the company to get a thorough understanding of what they do.
Verify date, time, and location of the interview. Also verify the name of the interviewer.
Checking to ensure that the interviewer has adequate child care facilities for you to utilize while you interview.
Prepare well thought out questions to ask during the interview.

It is not unusual to be nervous before an interview and preparation is the best way to help with nerves. Choose the Best response from the following ways to prepare for an interview.*

Eat a good breakfast with lots of protein to help with your energy for the day.
Practice answering possible questions with someone or in front or a mirror. This will help you formulate and fine tune your responses and to practice your posture, eye contact and energy level.
Get a good night’s sleep. You will be more alert and in a better frame of mind.
Make sure you have access to transportation and have mapped out the route to the location of the interview.

There are several reasons you should bring 2-3 copies of your resume to the interview. Choose the response that is not a reason for additional copies.*

You may need to refer back to your resume for information, while completing the application.
You may want to cross out, change or correct information on the resume at the last minute and give another copy to the interviewer.
You may meet with more than one interviewer and may want to have enough to provide each of them with a copy.
You may be asked for some clarification of your resume and you will have a copy to which you can refer.

Completing the job application is a very important step in the job search process and is vital in determining whether you will be contacted for an interview. Which of the following is not appropriate in completing the application.*

Fill out neatly and completely leaving no blank spaces. If a question does not apply to you, respond with not applicable or (N/A).
Complete your application by using your resume or previously completed application. Your responses may be verified by the hiring authority. Make sure information is consistent and accurate.
Never use the phrase "see resume" on the application form.
In the space for "salary desired," always put the exact amount of money you are requesting.

You should bring a list of prepared questions to ask the interviewer. Which of the following categories are appropriate for you to ask the interviewer during your first interview.*

Lunch hours
Specific job duties
Salaries
Benefits

What would be the best action to take if you really want to land a particular job?*

Take classes or training necessary to qualify for the job.
Check out who works there to get you a "hook-up."
Just take your chances.
All of the above.

Step 1 of 8

SECTION I - PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW

SECTION II – PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW

SECTION III - THE INTERVIEW

SECTION IV – THE INTERVIEW

SECTION V - CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

SECTION VI – CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

SECTION VII - AFTER THE INTERVIEW

SECTION VIII – AFTER THE INTERVIEW

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