Quiz | October 2011

Will You Ace Your Next Job Interview?

Whether you're a new grad just starting out or have years of professional experience, it's always a good idea to brush up on your interviewing skills. You never know when a "can't miss" job opportunity may come your way.

Take our quiz to see if your interviewing skills are up-to-par -- or if there's room for improvement.

April 2011
Written by Liz Ryan
Produced by Andrea N. Browne

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Will You Ace Your Next Job Interview?

Question 1 of 8

It's a smart move to ask the interviewer, "Who are your direct competitors?" It shows a genuine interest in the company and its market.

A. True
B. False

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Question 1 of 8

It's a smart move to ask the interviewer, "Who are your direct competitors?" It shows a genuine interest in the company and its market.

You're right! B. False is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is B. False.

By the time you interview, you should already know the employer's business profile, direct competitors -- and more. Uncover these facts yourself by touring the company's Web site, then visiting LinkedIn to learn about its leaders. Lastly, check out Glassdoor.com to see what past and current employees are saying about the firm, its culture, and the quality of its leadership.

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Question 2 of 8

The most appropriate method of delivering a thank-you note to interviewers is:

A. An old-fashioned letter
B. An e-mail
C. A follow-up phone call
D. A post on their Facebook wall

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Question 2 of 8

The most appropriate method of delivering a thank-you note to interviewers is:

You're right! B. An e-mail is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is B. An e-mail.

You should send a thank-you e-mail to each person you talked with during the interview. In your note, mention as specifically as you can what you and each interviewer talked about.

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Question 3 of 8

What's the best point during the interview process to discuss salary?

A. On the initial phone call to set up an interview –- no sense wasting anybody’s time on an interview if you’re not in the same ballpark on the salary.
B. At the end of the first interview
C. When invited back for a second interview
D. Only when offered the job

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Question 3 of 8

What's the best point during the interview process to discuss salary?

You're right! C. When invited back for a second interview is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is C. When invited back for a second interview.

When you get the call or the e-mail inviting you for a second interview, go ahead and broach the salary topic. Ask the recruiter, "Is now a good time to sync up on salary? Would you be the right person to have that conversation with?"

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Question 4 of 8

How should you handle the "salary history" question?

A. Spell out your exact salary, honestly, at recent jobs -– after all, prospective employers can check up on these numbers during reference checks.
B. Forget salary history. Only tell prospective employers how much you're hoping to make now and in the future.
C. Write your dream salary on a piece of paper, fold it up, and slide it across the table to your interviewer. This kind of bravado puts you in the driver's seat.

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Question 4 of 8

How should you handle the "salary history" question?

You're right! B. Forget salary history. Only tell prospective employers how much you're hoping to make now and in the future. is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is B. Forget salary history. Only tell prospective employers how much you're hoping to make now and in the future..

If they ask you what you were earning at the last job, smile and say, "I'm focusing on roles in the $X range."

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Question 5 of 8

What's a healthy number of questions to have in hand to ask prospective employers during an interview?

A. Zero -- You're there to answer their questions.
B. One to five
C. 10 - 20

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Question 5 of 8

What's a healthy number of questions to have in hand to ask prospective employers during an interview?

You're right! C. 10 - 20 is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is C. 10 - 20.

You should have a list of 10 to 20 questions, and jot down new ones that occur to you as you're sitting in the interview. (Yes, it's fine to bring a pad and pen to an interview, tucked into a portfolio, and it's fine to take notes as you're listening or even talking.)

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Question 6 of 8

Your best choice of attire for a big interview is:

A. A suit -- always
B. Whatever the company's dress code is
C. Whatever you feel most comfortable wearing in an interview at that particular company

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Question 6 of 8

Your best choice of attire for a big interview is:

You're right! C. Whatever you feel most comfortable wearing in an interview at that particular company is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is C. Whatever you feel most comfortable wearing in an interview at that particular company.

Comfort doesn't necessarily imply jeans and a t-shirt, although, for you, it just might. Factor in the company's dress code, as well as formality of the interview. Show up at a job interview as yourself, and you'll be all the more compelling to potential employers. The right employers (for you) will love it.

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Question 7 of 8

When is it appropriate to bring up previous work experiences during an interview?

A. Only when asked why you're looking to leave your current employer.
B. You should mention previous work experiences as much as possible, as long as they're relevant to your ability to perform the job at hand.
C. Never.

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Question 7 of 8

When is it appropriate to bring up previous work experiences during an interview?

You're right! B. You should mention previous work experiences as much as possible, as long as they're relevant to your ability to perform the job at hand. is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is B. You should mention previous work experiences as much as possible, as long as they're relevant to your ability to perform the job at hand. .

When you're asked the standard interview questions, use stories to make your accomplishments come to life. You don't have to wait for the interviewer to ask you a "story question."

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Question 8 of 8

Which question is most likely to trip up interviewees?

A. Why are you leaving your current employer?
B. Why should we hire you instead of other top candidates?
C. Where do you see yourself in five years?

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Question 8 of 8

Which question is most likely to trip up interviewees?

You're right! A. Why are you leaving your current employer? is correct.

Sorry, wrong! is incorrect.

The right answer is A. Why are you leaving your current employer?.

Many job candidates get stumped when asked, "Why are you leaving your current employer?" They either say too much or too little. Be truthful about why you're seeking new employment without damaging yourself in the process.

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