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Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of small talk?
What is the purpose of small talk?
- To debate on various topics
- To establish common ground and build strong relationships (correct)
- To dominate a conversation
- To impress others with knowledge and expertise
What is a key point to remember when asked 'So, Tell Me About Yourself' in an interview?
What is a key point to remember when asked 'So, Tell Me About Yourself' in an interview?
- The response should be at least five minutes long
- The response should be less than 30 seconds long
- The response should be between one - two minutes long (correct)
- The response should be highly detailed and comprehensive
What is a conversational responsibility in professional settings?
What is a conversational responsibility in professional settings?
- Making the other person comfortable and showing genuine interest (correct)
- Interrupting the interviewer to express opinions
- Using inappropriate language for casualness
- Dominating the conversation and steering it towards personal interests
What should you avoid during an interview?
What should you avoid during an interview?
What is a recommended approach for handling distractions during a conversation?
What is a recommended approach for handling distractions during a conversation?
What is a key point to remember when responding to the 'So, Tell Me About Yourself' question in an interview?
What is a key point to remember when responding to the 'So, Tell Me About Yourself' question in an interview?
What is a recommended approach for maintaining a good conversation in professional settings?
What is a recommended approach for maintaining a good conversation in professional settings?
What is a conversational responsibility in professional settings?
What is a conversational responsibility in professional settings?
What is an important aspect to remember when engaging in small talk?
What is an important aspect to remember when engaging in small talk?
'Speaking for success' in an interview includes which of the following?
'Speaking for success' in an interview includes which of the following?
Flashcards
Purpose of small talk
Purpose of small talk
To build relationships and find common ground through light conversation.
Interview 'Tell Me About Yourself'
Interview 'Tell Me About Yourself'
A 1-2 minute response highlighting relevant experiences and skills.
Professional conversation responsibility
Professional conversation responsibility
To create comfort and show genuine interest in the other person.
Interview: Avoid
Interview: Avoid
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Handling distractions
Handling distractions
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'Tell Me About Yourself' length
'Tell Me About Yourself' length
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Maintain good conversation
Maintain good conversation
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Professional listening
Professional listening
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Small talk key
Small talk key
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Interview: Speaking for success
Interview: Speaking for success
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Conversation responsibility (prof.)
Conversation responsibility (prof.)
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Interview do's
Interview do's
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Professional conversational advice
Professional conversational advice
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Small talk common ground
Small talk common ground
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Interview: Avoiding pitfalls
Interview: Avoiding pitfalls
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Conversation Flow
Conversation Flow
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