1 Tell me about yourself.
2 How would you describe yourself? (character/personality)
3 What are your strengths/weaknesses?
4 Are you married? Single? Do you have a partner?
5 What do you do in your free time?
What are your hobbies? / Do you have any hobbies?
6 Why are you interested in working for our company?
Why do you want to work for this company?
7 What type of position do you think you are suited for / would suit you?
8 How would you describe the position we have to offer?
9 What aspects of the position are you most / least interested in?
10 What would you like to find in this job that you didn't have in your previous job?
11 How do you think you could develop the position?
What would be your strategy to develop the position?
12 What have you got to offer us?
What could you contribute to our company?
13 Why do you want to leave your present job?
Why do you want to change jobs?
14 What were you responsible for?
What did your job involve?
15 What do you think you gained by working in your last job?
16 What do you think of your (last) boss?
17 What are your salary requirements?
How much would you hope to earn in this position?
How much do you think you should be offered for this position?
What salary would you expect (to be offered) for this position?
18 Have you received any offers of a job?
19 Why have you had to look for a job for so long?
Why have you been looking for a job for so long?
Why did it take you so long to find a new job?
20 How do you feel about your future in the profession?
21 Have you had any failures? / What failures have you had?
Have you had any negative experiences?
22 What sort of obstacles have you come across/encountered in your work?
23 If you had to recruit colleagues, what qualities would you look for?
24 Would you be willing to relocate/to move to another part of the country/
to work abroad?
Did you have to travel abroad in your last job?
25 Don't you think you have too much experience/you are over-qualified for this job?
26 How long do you think you would stay with us?
If we offered you the job, how long would you expect to stay with us?
27 Which do you prefer : to work alone or in a team?
Do you prefer working alone or with other people as part of a team?
28 Do you know how to manage a team?
Are you capable of leading a team?
Do you think you have the ability to be a team leader?
29 Why should I recruit you?
How could you persuade me to recruit you?
30 Do you have any comments to make, or questions to ask?
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Monday, November 1, 2010
Job Applications
The application form is used by companies as a means of ......... basic information from all applicants.
(a) acquiring
(b) distributing
(c) manipulating
(d) standardizing
The application is a key marketing tool for the applicant in the job-......... process.
(a) advertising
(b) gathering
(c) seeking
(d) wanted
Companies utilize the application as a ......... for deciding whether to interview the applicant.
(a) background
(b) basis
(c) blueline
(d) bottomline
The application form should be considered the applicant's first test in ......... directions.
(a) examining
(b) following
(c) indicating
(d) reading
The application form should be filled out as ......... as possible; it reflects the applicant's nature.
(a) cleanly
(b) freshly
(c) neatly
(d) nicely
On the form, answers should be ......... to the specific position for which the person is applying.
(a) measured
(b) modified
(c) presented
(d) tailored
No ......... should be left on the form; for questions that are irrelevant, write "not applicable" ("n/a").
(a) answers
(b) blanks
(c) empties
(d) notes
The goal of the application is to obtain a personal interview, so do not provide any ......... information.
(a) affirmative
(b) negative
(c) objective
(d) positive
Questions should be answered ........., but complete answers need not necessarily be given.
(a) briefly
(b) comprehensively
(c) earnestly
(d) truthfully
Specific salary limits should never be indicated on the application; just write "open" or " ......... ".
(a) negative
(b) negotiable
(c) undecided
(d) unknown
(a) acquiring
(b) distributing
(c) manipulating
(d) standardizing
The application is a key marketing tool for the applicant in the job-......... process.
(a) advertising
(b) gathering
(c) seeking
(d) wanted
Companies utilize the application as a ......... for deciding whether to interview the applicant.
(a) background
(b) basis
(c) blueline
(d) bottomline
The application form should be considered the applicant's first test in ......... directions.
(a) examining
(b) following
(c) indicating
(d) reading
The application form should be filled out as ......... as possible; it reflects the applicant's nature.
(a) cleanly
(b) freshly
(c) neatly
(d) nicely
On the form, answers should be ......... to the specific position for which the person is applying.
(a) measured
(b) modified
(c) presented
(d) tailored
No ......... should be left on the form; for questions that are irrelevant, write "not applicable" ("n/a").
(a) answers
(b) blanks
(c) empties
(d) notes
The goal of the application is to obtain a personal interview, so do not provide any ......... information.
(a) affirmative
(b) negative
(c) objective
(d) positive
Questions should be answered ........., but complete answers need not necessarily be given.
(a) briefly
(b) comprehensively
(c) earnestly
(d) truthfully
Specific salary limits should never be indicated on the application; just write "open" or " ......... ".
(a) negative
(b) negotiable
(c) undecided
(d) unknown
Finding a job
The Personnel Department
The personnel department is responsible for hiring the best possible candidate for an open position. Often hundreds of applicants apply for an open position. In order to save time, the personnel department often uses a number of methods to select applicants who they would like to interview. Your cover letter and resume must be perfect in order to ensure that you will not be looked over because of a minor mistake. This unit focuses on the various documents required for a successful job application, as well as interviewing techniques and appropriate vocabulary to use in your resume, cover letter and during the job interview itself.
Finding a Job
There are many ways to find a job. One of the most common is looking through the positions offered section of your local newspaper. Here is an example of a typical job posting:
Job Opening
Due to the enormous success of Jeans and Co., we have a number of job openings for shop assistants and local management positions.
Shop Assistant:
Successful candidates will have a high school degree with at least 3 years working experience and two current references. Desired qualifications include basic computer skills. Key responsibilities will include operating cash-registers and providing customers with any help they may need.
Management Positions:
Successful candidates will have a college degree in business administration and management experience. Desired qualifications include management experience in retail and thorough knowledge of Microsoft's Office Suite. Responsibilities will include management of local branches with up to 10 employees. Willingness to move frequently also a plus.
If you wish to apply for one of the above vacancies, please send a resume and cover letter to our personnel manager at:
Jeans and Co.
254 Main Street
Seattle, WA 98502
The Cover Letter
The cover letter introduces your resume or CV when applying for a job interview. There a few important things that need to be included in the cover letter. Most importantly, the cover letter should point out why you are particularly suited to the position. The best way to do this is to take the job posting and point out the highlights in your resume that exactly match the desired qualifications. Here is an outline to writing a successful cover letter. To the right of the letter, look for important notes concerning the layout of the letter signaled by a number in parenthesis ().
Peter Townsled
35 Green Road (1)
Spokane, WA 87954
April 19, 200_
Mr Frank Peterson, Personnel Manager (2)
Jeans and Co.
254 Main Street
Seattle, WA 98502
Dear Mr. Trimm: (3)
(4) I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for a local branch manager, which appeared in the Seattle Times on Sunday, June 15. As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and qualifications match this position's requirements.
(5) My current position managing the local branch of a national shoe retailers has provided the opportunity to work in a high-pressure, team environment, where it is essential to be able to work closely with my colleagues in order to meet sales deadlines.
In addition to my responsibilities as manager, I also developed time management tools for staff using Access and Excel from Microsoft's Office Suite.
(6) Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally discuss why I am particularly suited to this position. Please telephone me at after 4.00 p.m. to suggest a time that we may meet. I can also be reached by email at petert@net.com
Sincerely,
Peter Townsled
Peter Townsled (7)
Enclosure
NOTES
1 - Begin your cover letter by placing your address first, followed by the address of the company you are writing to.
2 - Use complete title and address; don't abbreviate.
3 - Always make an effort to write directly to the person in charge of hiring.
4 - Opening paragraph - Use this paragraph to specify which job you are applying for, or, if you are writing to inquire whether a job position is open question the availability of an opening.
5 - Middle paragraph(s) - This section should be used to highlight your work experience which most closely matches the desired job requirements presented in the job opening advertisement. Do not simply restate what is contained in your resume. Notice how the example makes a special effort to show why the writer is especially suited to the job position opening posted above.
6 - Closing paragraph - Use the closing paragraph to ensure action on the part of the reader. One possibility is to ask for an interview appointment time. Make it easy for the personnel department to contact you by providing your telephone number and email address.
7 - Always sign letters. "enclosure" indicates that you are enclosing your resume.
The personnel department is responsible for hiring the best possible candidate for an open position. Often hundreds of applicants apply for an open position. In order to save time, the personnel department often uses a number of methods to select applicants who they would like to interview. Your cover letter and resume must be perfect in order to ensure that you will not be looked over because of a minor mistake. This unit focuses on the various documents required for a successful job application, as well as interviewing techniques and appropriate vocabulary to use in your resume, cover letter and during the job interview itself.
Finding a Job
There are many ways to find a job. One of the most common is looking through the positions offered section of your local newspaper. Here is an example of a typical job posting:
Job Opening
Due to the enormous success of Jeans and Co., we have a number of job openings for shop assistants and local management positions.
Shop Assistant:
Successful candidates will have a high school degree with at least 3 years working experience and two current references. Desired qualifications include basic computer skills. Key responsibilities will include operating cash-registers and providing customers with any help they may need.
Management Positions:
Successful candidates will have a college degree in business administration and management experience. Desired qualifications include management experience in retail and thorough knowledge of Microsoft's Office Suite. Responsibilities will include management of local branches with up to 10 employees. Willingness to move frequently also a plus.
If you wish to apply for one of the above vacancies, please send a resume and cover letter to our personnel manager at:
Jeans and Co.
254 Main Street
Seattle, WA 98502
The Cover Letter
The cover letter introduces your resume or CV when applying for a job interview. There a few important things that need to be included in the cover letter. Most importantly, the cover letter should point out why you are particularly suited to the position. The best way to do this is to take the job posting and point out the highlights in your resume that exactly match the desired qualifications. Here is an outline to writing a successful cover letter. To the right of the letter, look for important notes concerning the layout of the letter signaled by a number in parenthesis ().
Peter Townsled
35 Green Road (1)
Spokane, WA 87954
April 19, 200_
Mr Frank Peterson, Personnel Manager (2)
Jeans and Co.
254 Main Street
Seattle, WA 98502
Dear Mr. Trimm: (3)
(4) I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for a local branch manager, which appeared in the Seattle Times on Sunday, June 15. As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and qualifications match this position's requirements.
(5) My current position managing the local branch of a national shoe retailers has provided the opportunity to work in a high-pressure, team environment, where it is essential to be able to work closely with my colleagues in order to meet sales deadlines.
In addition to my responsibilities as manager, I also developed time management tools for staff using Access and Excel from Microsoft's Office Suite.
(6) Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally discuss why I am particularly suited to this position. Please telephone me at after 4.00 p.m. to suggest a time that we may meet. I can also be reached by email at petert@net.com
Sincerely,
Peter Townsled
Peter Townsled (7)
Enclosure
NOTES
1 - Begin your cover letter by placing your address first, followed by the address of the company you are writing to.
2 - Use complete title and address; don't abbreviate.
3 - Always make an effort to write directly to the person in charge of hiring.
4 - Opening paragraph - Use this paragraph to specify which job you are applying for, or, if you are writing to inquire whether a job position is open question the availability of an opening.
5 - Middle paragraph(s) - This section should be used to highlight your work experience which most closely matches the desired job requirements presented in the job opening advertisement. Do not simply restate what is contained in your resume. Notice how the example makes a special effort to show why the writer is especially suited to the job position opening posted above.
6 - Closing paragraph - Use the closing paragraph to ensure action on the part of the reader. One possibility is to ask for an interview appointment time. Make it easy for the personnel department to contact you by providing your telephone number and email address.
7 - Always sign letters. "enclosure" indicates that you are enclosing your resume.
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