Resume and Interview Preparation Flashcards

A client is asked, 'What are your salary expectations?' early in the process. What is generally the best strategy?

Answer: Give a researched range or defer until the role is better understood

Researching market data and offering a range, or politely deferring, keeps negotiating power intact.

Many U.S. states and localities have passed laws that do what regarding salary?

Answer: Ban employers from asking about salary history

Salary history bans in many jurisdictions aim to reduce pay inequities that carry over from past jobs.

A client is preparing for a video interview. Which tip is most important?

Answer: Test technology, lighting, and background beforehand

Technical preparation prevents disruptions and creates a professional impression.

What should a client do before listing someone as a reference?

Answer: Ask the person's permission and brief them on the target role

Asking permission and preparing references produces stronger, more relevant endorsements.

A situational interview question typically begins with:

Answer: 'What would you do if...'

Situational questions present hypothetical scenarios to assess judgment and problem-solving.

Which closing question is most effective for a candidate at the end of an interview?

Answer: 'What would success look like in this role in the first 90 days?'

Thoughtful questions about success and expectations show engagement and help the candidate evaluate fit.

A client with a criminal record is applying in a 'ban-the-box' jurisdiction. What does this policy generally mean?

Answer: Criminal history questions are removed from the initial application and delayed until later

Ban-the-box laws delay criminal history inquiries so candidates are first judged on qualifications.