Laboratory Activity 1

Technical Interview
Name: ________________ Score: ______________
Course: ________________ Date: ________________

Answer the following questions just like you are in an interview for a Job position.
1. Do you prefer to communicate via email, phone or in-person? Why?

2. If you’re presenting your ideas during a meeting and your audience seems disengaged, what would you
do to get their attention?

3. Have you ever worked with someone you struggled to communicate with? If so, what was the obstacle
and how did you handle it?

4. What would you do if your manager gave you unclear instructions for a new project?

5. If you wanted to inform your team or stakeholders about quarterly results, would you email them a
detailed report or present the data live? Why? Regardless of the method you choose, how would you
ensure your message is clear?

6. If hired, how would you introduce yourself to your new colleagues? How would you get to know your
team members?

7. What are the three most important aspects of a job, in your opinion?

8. Do you prefer to work alone or on a team? Explain your answer.

9. What would you do if you were asked to perform a task and weren't sure how to complete it?

10. What would you do if you made a mistake that no one else noticed?

11. How did your education prepare you for the job?

12. What do you do to stay up-to-date on your technical certifications and knowledge?