Ch. 6 Flashcards

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3 characteristics of interviews-

A

1) involves 2 parties
2) purposeful
3) asking/answering questions

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2
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Ratio between interviewer and interviewee?

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70 to 30; interviewee doing most of talking

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3
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Structured interview:

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Standardized list of Qs that allow only limited range of answers w no follow ups

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4
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Unstructured interview:

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Has goal, few topic areas, but no list of Qs

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5
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Moderately structured interview:

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Combines both un/structured interview

-List of Qs, probably follow ups

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6
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Leading Qs:

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Suggest the answer the interviewer expects

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7
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T/F

For an interview, best to choose spot away from normal habitat to sleek freely and more creative

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True

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8
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An interview consists of 3 stages - _____ , _____, _____

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Opening (or intro), body, closing

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9
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__ % of the decision is made w/in the first 30-6O seconds

Elaborate-

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50%

-initial impressions shape how listener regards everything that follows

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10
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Intro of interview-

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Shapes entire interview, forms lasting impression of each other in 1st few mins of convo

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11
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Body of interview -

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Questions and answers exchanged

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12
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Career research interview:

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Someone who can provide info help you definite/achieve career goal

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13
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Who you know is more effective than web-based services? Percentage?

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Yes, suggest less then 10% find employment they internet

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14
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Gatekeepers:

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Personal assistants, receptionists, secretaries, etc.

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15
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4 things to get thru gatekeepers -

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1) Make 1st request in writing
2) Phone early or late
3) Enlist them as allies
4) Be flexible

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16
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5 anticipated key Qs -

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1) Educational background
2) Work experience
3) Career goals
4) Personal traits
5) knowledge of org and job

17
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T/F

W/out exception Interview should be followed by a thank-you to person who interviewed you

A

True

18
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What is “bona fide occupation qualification (BFOQ)”?

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Any Q regarding interviews should be job related