Part 1 — Preparation
There is a fine line between being under- and over-prepared for an interview. Proper preparation and organizational skills will enable you to have a successful and positive first interview.
This questionnaire is a part of the Interviewing Skills Evaluation and Development Program. It should take no longer than 20 minutes of your time.
The questionnaire focuses on three essential parts of interviewing:
Test results will help you evaluate your interviewing skills, abilities to listen, observe, and manage the flow of the interview. All information provided is kept confidential and will be used only to assist you in assessing your personal skill level in the areas outlined.
There is a fine line between being under- and over-prepared for an interview. Proper preparation and organizational skills will enable you to have a successful and positive first interview.
“A good interviewer is someone who listens for a living.” — John Joseph Brady. Listening and observational skills are extremely important during an interview.
Evaluate how well you manage the flow of information, your ability to verify material and check for accuracy, and your skill in acknowledging your client’s contributions to the discussion.
Professor of Journalism, Faculty of Information & Media Studies, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada.
Developer of the Interviewing Skills Evaluation and Development Program.
IRCA certified Lead Auditor with many years of experience in training, consulting, and auditing. Frequent speaker and author of a number of publications on auditing.
Program overseer and quality assurance.