True or False: Typing and computer skills are a soft skill
FALSE. They are hard skills needed for a specific job, e.g. secretaries, office workers...
What is the most common and important interview question to be posed first?
Can you describe yourself? / Tell me about yourself
True or False: You should never ask an employer questions in an interview.
FALSE. Have some questions prepared to ask at the end or when appropriate.
Tell me about a time you were challenged to think differently. How did you respond?
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What would be a good question to ask an employer at the end of the interview?
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Why should I hire you?
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What is the coolest thing you have learned on your own that has helped you to grow?
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How do you deal with pressure?
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True or False: Playaaaz$@yahoo.com is a email which should be included on a resume.
FALSE. You need to have a professional email for your career
True or False? You should always wear a suit and tie to an interview.
False. It depends. One should research the company to see what attire is appropriate: Casual, business, or business formal.
How would your friends describe you?
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Name one thing you have to bring to an interview
Resume / CV
What is the average time an employer will look at a resume?
30 seconds
Give me an example of a time when a peer was struggling and you stepped in and helped. What was the situation and what actions did you take?
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What are job references?
References are the names and contact details of people who know you (your previous employers/bosses, coworkers)
What should you do with your phone during an interview?
The phone should be on silent or off.
True or False: Some companies will google your name and stalk social media before they decide if they want to hire you.
TRUE. Employers are possibly looking to job candidates' social media profiles to determine whether they are a good fit for positions.
Tell me a little bit about yourself.
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What do you consider to be one of your weaknesses and what are you doing to work on it?
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Give me an example of a time you were in an uncomfortable situation and how you handled it.
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What do you do when you have to work with people you don’t necessarily get along with?
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Name three ways to search for a job.
newspaper, job fairs, social medias, networking, agencies
What kinds of characteristics should a good leader have?
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How early should you arrive to the interview appointment?
10-15 minutes