Family FeudFamily Feud
Interviewing Techniques
Tyrone Sessom
Rules of the GameRules of the Game
• Divide into two teams• Members of each team will take turns answering questions• The first member to buzz in can respond• A correct response earns your team 10 pts• An incorrect response loses 10pts (Possible 5pts for
opponent to pick up with correct response)• 40 questions total, 5 categories, random order• Team with highest score in the end WINS!
Salary ConcernsSalary Concerns
Questions about salary should be addressed,
A. On the first interview
B. On the second interview
C. Not at all
D. In your follow up letter
Salary ConcernsSalary Concerns
If an employer asks about your salary history you should,
A. Make up a good figure
B. Tell them everything that they need to know
C. Only discuss the highest figure
D. Use discretion and negotiate
Salary ConcernsSalary Concerns
When determining your value you should,
A. Take an average of your salary figures
B. Research and discover market norms
C. Make up a figure
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
Before each interview you should,
A. Visit the Career Center Website
B. Pull an “all-nighter,” to prepare
C. Isolate yourself and think about the interview
D. Not rehearse for the interview; Just do it.
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
For the phone interview you should,
A. Have a copy of your resume in front of you
B. Use your cell phone to conduct it
C. Not take the phone interview very seriously
D. Always have a friend on 3-way listening in
During the phone interview you should always,
A. Be seated
B. Have on your best interview suit; look good
C. Have soft music on in the background
D. Have a good friend close by for support
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
The best way to deal with nerves before an interview is to,
A. Prepare by practicing
B. Utilizing calming techniques
C. reevaluate your view of the process
D. All of the above
Following The InterviewFollowing The Interview
After an interview you should always,
A. Send a follow-up letter
B. Call the next day and check on your status
C. Push in your chair
D. Celebrate by having a drink with friends
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
If you are late, be sure that your not more than,
A. 5 minutes late
B. 10 minutes late
C. 20 minutes
D. Other
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
Your cologne should be,
A. Used, but only in moderation
B. Left on your dresser
C. The latest brand on the market
D. Sprayed on your hands before greeting someone
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
Always have questions prepared for employers?
True or False
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
The “2-Minute drill,” refers to the,
A. The time it takes for an employer to evaluate you
B. Prep time before the actual interviewC. Time you’re allowed to answer a questionD. Time immediately following the interview;
used for gathering information
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
At what point do you ask about travel arrangements?
A. During the interview
B. When they offer you the opportunity
C. Never ask about travel arrangements
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
When does the actual interview begin?
A. The parking lot of the company
B. After you are introduced to the staff
C. During lunch with the staff
D. While on the phone making the appointment
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
How many resumes should you have prepared for an interview,
A. 1
B. 5
C. 8-10
D. 10-20
Interview Follow-upInterview Follow-up
It’s best to wait,______, before calling to check on you application status.
A. A couple of days
B. Until the next day
C. One week
D. Two weeks
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
When considering how many outfits to take on an interview trip,
A. Always err on the conservative side
B. At least five outfits will do
C. Only one is necessary
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
Staff members may be screening you, even if they never ask you any questions,
True or False
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
The cover letter is your introduction to the employer,
True or False
Following The InterviewFollowing The Interview
Thank you letters should always follow an interview,
True or False
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
Typically employers will ask for,_______ letters of recommendation or references.
A. 5
B. 2 to 3
C. 1or 2
D. None of the above
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
You should always have at least,_______ questions prepared to ask during the interview.
A. 2-3B. 3-5C. 5-7D. 8-10
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
It is illegal for employers to ask certain questions of candidates,
True or False
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
During the interview luncheon some staff members order beers with their meals, what should you order?
A. An ice cold MGDB. Water with lemonC. A white wineD. cappuccino
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
Your Salary History
Your Experience
Your Children
Your Last Job
Which of these topics should be avoided at all times during an interview,
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
Jewelry Cologne Large
Briefcases
Cell Phones Swearing Loud Colors
Which of these should be avoided at all times during an interview,
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
Brief Case or Portfolio
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
The resume is a reflection of you,
True or False
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
You should bring an example of a past work project to the interview
True or False
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
When handling items such as purses, or briefcases you should always carry them in your,
A. Left handB. Right handC. Both handsD. Don’t carry anything
Salary ConcernsSalary Concerns
Questions about benefits should be asked,
A. On the first interview
B. On the second interview
C. Not at all
D. In your follow up letter
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
The Career Center hosts a workshop called “The N.E.W.”
True or False
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
You can have a career center staff member give you a practice interview in preparation for a real one with an actual employer,
True or False
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
The Career Center is located,
A. On the 4th floor of Rankin Hall
B. In the basement of the Library
C. 2nd floor of the Student Services Bldg.
D. 9th floor of HMSU
Professional PresentationProfessional Presentation
Your resume should be,
A. One page
B. Two pages
C. One half page
D. Other
Interview PreparationInterview Preparation
Name one member of the Career Center Staff (besides me),
?
Bonus Question20pts
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
The typical on campus interview lasts,
A. 15-30 minutes
B. 30-45 minutes
C. 1 hour
D. 2 hours
In The Heat of The MomentIn The Heat of The Moment
During the interview you should always have something to drink,
True or False