Interview Rating Scale

Directions: Use the following Interview Self-Rating Scale as a Pre- and Post-Interview assessment instrument to rate yourself both before and after your interview. On a scale of: 1: unacceptable, 2: needs improvement, 3: average, 4: above average and 5: outstanding Circle a number that most accurately reflects your rating on the following Ten Critical Dimensions: 1. appearance, 2. preparation for interview, 3. direction, 4. conversational ability, 5. sincerity, 6. emotional maturity, 7. friendliness, 8. alertness, 9. personal characteristics, and 10. qualifications. After you have completed your post-interview assessment, compare your pre- and post-interview ratings to determine strengths and opportunities for improvement.

CHARACTERISTICS

1: Unacceptable ..... 3: Average ..... 5: Outstanding

Appearance Grooming Posture Dress Manners Greetings Eye Contact Preparation for Interview Promptness Knowledge of Company Familiar with Resume Knowledge of Position Knowledge of Industry Direction Well-Defined Goals Realistic and Practical Conversational Ability Presentation of Ideas Grammar and Vocabulary Delivery and Animation Questions Answered Questions Asked Sincerity Genuine Honest and Sincere Openness Emotional Maturity Knowledge of Self Poise and Confidence Relating to Others Friendliness Approachable Warm Sociable Alertness Grasps Ideas Interested Establishes Rapport Personal Characteristics Leadership Stability Judgement Loyalty Motivation Responsible Qualifications Academic Preparation Direct Work Experience Related Experience Availability Ability to Learn Physical Condition/Health

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