Pre-Interview Questions
Use the following scale to choose the answer that most closely describes you:
- 1 = never
- 2 = rarely
- 3 = sometimes
- 4 = usually
- 5 = always
| Looking at Yourself | |
| I know how to determine what career options are available to me | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I can speak for at least 10 minutes about my skills, abilities, education, work, volunteer experience and personal traits in relation to any job I apply for | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I can describe how my interests relate to the job I am looking for | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I am prepared to discuss my personal accomplishments with potential employers | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Planning Your Job Search | |
| I use a homework site for job seeking activities like writing letters, making phone calls, researching companies and recording my activities | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I schedule my time every week so I know in general when I will be job searching | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I express a positive attitude of success in my job hunting activities | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Before I apply to an organization, I research such things as what it does, how big it is and what it offers | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I know how to approach companies that are not advertising jobs, but may have openings | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I know how to develop a network of personal contacts to find out more about job opportunities | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I am able to fill out employment applications accurately | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| My resume is visually attractive and has a professional look | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I know how to design my resume for the job I am applying for | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I take advantage of services offered by Employment Connections | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Preparing For Your Interview | |
| I feel very confident when I go for an interview | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I know how to make a positive first impression | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I am prepared to answer typical questions interviewers ask | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| I am prepared with questions to ask during the interview to show my interest in the position and the company | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| As soon as possible after an interview, I try to review my performance | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Examining Your Options | |
| I am aware of alternatives to an immediate job hunt, such as training or starting up a business | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| If circumstances warrant it, I know what part-time jobs are available and where to find them | 1 2 3 4 5 |
Being aware of the different types can help you in the preparation stage as you build your skills inventory. It may also help you focus in on exactly what is being asked and what the employer is looking for in specific questions.