Money
What is a budget?
A plan for how you will spend, save, and manage your money.
What happens if you only make the minimum payment on a credit card?
Interest can accumulate, and it may take much longer to pay off the balance.
What is a resume?
A document summarizing your skills, education, experience, and qualifications.
What should you do if you don't understand a task at work?
Ask your supervisor for clarification rather than guessing.
Which famous company started out selling playing cards in 1889?
Nintendo
What is the difference between gross pay and net pay?
Gross pay is your earnings before deductions. Net pay is what you actually take home.
What is an emergency fund?
Money saved for unexpected expenses, such as car repairs or medical bills.
What is a reference?
Someone who can speak about your character, skills, or work experience.
What is overtime?
Hours worked beyond the standard 40 hours per week.
Before becoming a tech giant, what did Samsung originally sell?
dried fish, vegetables, and noodles
What is a fixed expense?
A bill that generally stays the same each month, such as rent.
What does it mean to live paycheck to paycheck?
Using nearly all your income to cover expenses until your next paycheck.
What should you bring to a job interview?
A resume if available, references if requested, and any required documents. Arrive prepared and dressed appropriately.
Why is calling in sick better than simply not showing up?
It communicates responsibly, allows the employer to plan, and follows workplace attendance rules.
What was the original name of Google before the founders changes it?
Backrub
What is a variable expense?
An expense that changes in amount, such as groceries, gas, or electricity.
What is direct deposit?
A system that electronically deposits your paycheck into your bank account.
What should you do if you are going to be late for work?
Notify your supervisor as soon as possible and follow workplace procedures.
What percentage of workers admit to judging a coworker based on the cleanliness of their desk?
Over 50% (around 57%)
Which day of the week is statistically the most productive for office workers?
Tuesday
What is a credit score?
A number lenders use to help evaluate how likely you are to repay borrowed money.
What is the most common unexpected cost that messes up family budgets?
Vehicle Repairs
What does professional behavior mean?
Being respectful, dependable, responsible, and appropriate at work.
What is the term for the fear of public speaking, which is often cited as a top workplace dread?
Glossophobia
According to surveys, what is the most commonly stolen item in an office?
Pens