Jeopardy Job Search

Interviews

100

This is when you should arrive for an interview.

Five to fifteen minutes before your scheduled interview.

200

It is most effective to describe your skills using this format.

Skill statements

300

Give two examples of good body language

Sit up. Slight forward lean. Direct eye contact. Occasional nod. Strong Handshake.

400

This should be done within 24 hours after an interview.

Send a thank you note.

500

You should spend at least 20 minutes doing this before going to an interview.

Researching the company.

Resumes

100

Many career experts believe this is a vital starting point for an effective resume.

An objective. (A clearly worded, specific objective tells a recruiter exactly what you are looking for.)

200

Along with your resume, this should be included when applying for a job - it's your sales pitch.

A cover letter. (Each letter should be written for a specific employer.)

300

It is the recommended number of pages for an effective resume.

One (and never more than two)

400

This resume format focuses more on skills and accomplishments, rather than work history.

Functional. (A resume organized by function focuses on accomplishments and skills, and is good for someone looking to change careers, by emphasizing transferable skills.)

500

When describing your skills and accomplishments on a resume, each bullet should be started with this.

A past tense action verb.

Job Applications

100

It is important to be honest on a job application because a job application is this.

A legal document.

200

This is how you should dress when picking up or dropping off a job application.

In interview clothes.

300

Give one good example for "Reason for Leaving"

I desired a more challenging position. I had an option for a better job. I desired a job that was a better fit for my skills and qualifications. I became self-employed. There was a general lay off due to an economic downturn. I returned to school to upgrade my skills.

400

Two words that you should avoid using when filling out "Reason for Leaving"

Quit and Fired

500

If a question on a job application does not apply to you, this is how you should fill in the space.

Put n/a in the space. This shows that you saw the question.

Job Search

100

This technique is consistently rated as the most productive way to find work.

Networking

200

Name three ways to look for work.

Internet Mailing resumes Answering trade journal ads Answering local newspaper ads, Private employment agencies Union or other hiring halls Civil service exams Contacting former teachers Going to state or federal employment offices Asking family, friends, or professionals Knocking on doors Using the Yellow Pages Working with other jobseekers Informational interviews

300

This is who you can network with

Everyone!

400

This is when you schedule time to meet with an employer and ask them questions about their company, what skills they look for in their employees, what the work atmosphere is like, etc.

An informational interview

500

Using phone books, the internet, business journals, resource books, magazines, etc. to reseach companies you might be interested in working for is called this.

Prospecting

Miscellaneous

100

Name two job search websites

www.indeed.com www.monster.com www.craigslist.org www.careerbuilder.com www.snagajob.com etc.

200

It is important to get one of these at the end of an interview so you have all the correct contact information for the employer.

Business Card

300

This is the number one reason for termination

Personality Conflicts

400

Give 2 examples of topics that you should avoid talking about during an interview.

Family Personal Issues Politics Bad mouthing past employers Religion Salary

500

A few days after submitting your cover letter, resume, and/or job application, it is important to do this.

Follow up with the employer, either with a phone call, e-mail, or in person.