The closing of the interview is almost as important as the first impression. What should you do at the end of an interview to indicate your desire to get the job? Shake hands and be sure that the interviewer has recorded your name and number correctly. Offer to work at a lower salary than discussed and tell them you really, really, really want this job. Say you're looking forward to hearing from the interviewer soon. Consider the scenario, and then answer the question about presenting qualifications. Henry has a second interview for an entry-level position in human resource management with a national retail chain. He is a recent graduate and has held one internship with a regional sports retailer. Henry is very interested in working in human resource management and has taken many classes that have given him the knowledge he will need to perform the job well. Henry is a good listener and has been the leader on two class projects, as well as numerous club events and initiatives. He adjusts well to any situation. When Henry is in his interview, what is the central selling feature that he should focus on as he presents his qualifications? His adaptability and interpersonal skills His work experience His educational background and knowledge Peter is preparing for a final-round interview for an assistant regional PR manager position with a national bank. He has three years of experience in a similar position with one of the bank's competitors. Peter knows that he will be expected to discuss salary and benefits in the interview. Which response would be the most effective if Peter is asked what his salary expectations are? With my three years of experience in a similar position and my educational credentials, I would expect to start at the upper end of the range for an assistant PR manager. Comparable salaries indicate that I would be unhappy if I were offered anything less than what I am currently earning. I'm not sure, but I hope that I would be making more than I currently am. Otherwise, it's not worth changing jobs. Some interview questions may lead to discriminatory hiring practices. Which of these questions should not be asked in an interview? Check all that apply. May I see proof of your U.S. citizenship or work visa? Do you have a police record or have you ever been imprisoned? What year did you graduate from State University? Are you planning on having children anytime soon? In order to make a good decision, both interviewer and interviewee want to learn as much as possible about one another. When asking questions of your interviewer a question such as will help you make an informed decision if you are offered the position. Do you think I am the ideal candidate? The closing of the interview is almost How quickly do you think I would get promoted? you do at the end of an interview to indicate your desire to get the job? What is a typical day like in this job? Shake hands and be cure that the interviewer has recorded your name and number correctly 6. Conducting a successful interview Interviews are different for each stage in the hiring process; however, any interview will have three parts: the opening formalities, the information exchange, and the closing. Improve your chances of delivering a successful interview by understanding the expectations for each part of the interview. You have about one minute to make a favorable impression. What common courtesies will help you make a good first impression during the opening of an interview? Check all that apply. Nod very vigorously and often when the interviewer speaks. Wait for the interviewer to ask you to be seated. Apply a gentle handshake in order to avoid seeming overbearing. Pronounce the interviewer's name correctly. Once the opening formalities are out of the way, the information exchange begins. What is the interviewer assessing during the information exchange portion of the interview? Your anticipated experience with the company Your general attitude toward work Your educational background During the information exchange, you will present your key qualifications. When presenting your qualifications to an interviewer, you should emphasize how the job will be a good opportunity for you engage the interviewer through a discussion of his or her qualifications list the key points you want to emphasize lifications.