Interviewing Techniques Quiz

To gather information

To assess performance

To convince the interviewee to act

To provide feedback

Informational Interview

Exit Interview

Job Interview

Conflict-Resolution Interview

Avoid eye contact

Focus on the interviewer’s reactions

Practice mindfulness techniques

Speak rapidly to finish quickly

Guess wildly to fill the silence

Politely ask for clarification or admit uncertainty

Change the subject to something they know well

Remain silent and hope for a different question

Employee performance feedback

Setting future goals

Discussing personal grievances

Identifying areas for improvement

Displaying overconfidence

Asking personal questions unrelated to the job

Maintaining positive body language and active listening

Dominating the conversation

Over-preparation

Lack of enthusiasm

Strong communication skills

Relevant experience

Questions focused on personal history

Questions that explore differing viewpoints

Questions about salary expectations

Questions assessing technical skills

Appraisal of résumé

Group discussion

Presentation stage

Negotiation stage

Displaying too much enthusiasm

Being overly modest about their accomplishments

Arrogance or overconfidence

Asking too many questions