Read the text. Fill in the correct words from the list below.
a good reason, an example, department, the opportunities, the challenges, a
difficult situation, the employer, a lack of understanding, questions, chances
Interviews
When you get an interview, research 1)….. .It will hurt your 2)….. if you
don’t know what the job or company really is and it indicates a lack of initiative.
Have your examples ready. At almost every interview there will be questions
on “tell me about a time when you…” Think of an example about customer
service, how you handled 3)…whether it be a colleague or a client, or how you
manage your time and prioritize projects. Have already prepared so you won’t
draw a blank or worse, give 4)…..that illustrates the opposite!
“I love to travel” is not 6)……to want to work in the tourism industry. This answer
actually demonstrates a lack of understanding of the job unless of course, the job is
with the transportation sector. Travel is sometimes one of the perks of a job but it’s
also one of 7)….. .Being away from home for long periods of time, seeing nothing
but airports and hotel rooms, eating on the run and missing your best friend’s
surprise birthday party could be a pitfall.
Ask 8)….. at the end of an interview. This moment is your chance to make
the last impression, which is just as important as your first. Ask some well
researched, thoughtful 9)…..that pertain to the job or the area you are passionate
about, and e.g. how does feedback work within your department? What are the
10)…..for professional development?
