2. Before the Interview If you do well in a screening interview, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview. After your interview is scheduled, it is time to prepare so that you will make a good impression. How can you avoid appearing unprofessional when a potential employer calls to schedule an interview? Check all that apply. Apologize when you answer the phone. Invest in a good answering machine or voice mail service. If your cell phone number is listed on your rsum, do not answer your phone if you are in a noisy location. If you have children, prevent them from answering the phone. When a potential employer contacts you for an interview, be sure to reconfirm the time and date of your interview Read the scenario, and answer the question. record the call for future reference You are researching information about a prospective employer in order to prepare for a face-to-face interview. What source can you use when gathering your information? Job boards and classified ads Employee success stories Annual reports Read the scenario, and answer the question. As Jamar prepares for a face-to-face interview, he begins to brainstorm a list of stories he can use to highlight his skills and qualifications. U What types of stories should he rehearse? Check all that apply. Stories that Illustrate how he went above and beyond expectations Stories that criticize his previous employers Stories that describe his religious beliefs and marital status Stories that discuss how he dealt with a crisis Stories that discuss how he handled a tough interpersonal situation J Which of the following will help you be less nervous during an interview? Bring a friend. Prepare thoroughly. Avoid direct eye contact