Career
What is a 401(k)?
What is
An employer sponsored retirement savings plan
This website is commonly used to search for jobs and connect with professionals.
What is LinkedIn?
What should appear on every resume every resume?
Name and contact information
What is the practice interview used to prepare you for a real interview?
What is
Mock Interview
Communication, teamwork, and dependability are examples of this type of skill.
What is
Soft Skills
Name one factor to consider when choosing a career besides salary.
What is
Interests, skills, work environment, education requirements, work-life balance, etc.
What is networking?
What is
Building professional relationships that may help your career.
What is the main purpose of a resume?
What is
To get an earn or pursue a job
Name 2 things you should do before a job interview
What is
Research the company, practice interview questions, prepare a professional outfit, review the job positing, bring your resume
What is
Employer
Using Microsoft Excel to create formulas is an example of this type of skill.
What is
Hard Skills
Name two places someone can search for jobs.
What is
Company websites, LinkedIn, Indeed, CareerBuilder, career fairs, school resources, etc.
True or False
A resume should include every activity you've ever participated in
False
How early should you arrive for an in-person interview?
What is
Roughly 10-15 minutes early
What are things you should never post on social media if a future employer might see your profile?
What is
Illegal activities, political views, inappropriate photos and so on
Why are employers interested in both hard skills and soft skills?
What is
Hard skills show you can do the job, while soft skills show how well you work with others and handle responsibilities.
A job posting lists:
Customer Service/Data Entry/Microsoft Excel/Teamwork
You have experience working concessions at football games. Which TWO qualifications could you highlight in your application?
What is
Customer Service and Teamwork
Name three sections that could appear on a student resume.
What is
Education, Experience, Skills, Volunteer Work, Activities, Awards
An interviewer asks, "Tell me about yourself."
What should you make sure to say?
What is
Connect response to background, skills, educations and experience to the job
Which candidate would most likely get an interview?
Candidate A: Sends the same resume to every employer.
Candidate B: Adjusts their resume and cover letter for each job.
What is
Candidate B
After an interview, what should you do to leave a positive impression?
What is
Send a thank you email in 24-48 hours
You find two jobs.
Job A: $18/hour, 40-minute commute, few opportunities for advancement.
Job B: $16/hour, 10-minute commute, training program, promotion opportunities.
Which job might be better long-term and why?
What is
Job B because career growth, training, and advancement opportunities may outweigh higher starting pay
What is the difference between your resume and cover letter?
What is
Resume = What you've done
Cover Letter = Why you're a good fit for this specific job
An interviewer asks, "Tell me about a weakness you have." Why is it a bad idea to say, "I don't have any weaknesses"?
What is
Because everyone has a weakness and/or it can make you appear dishonest, overconfident, or unaware of areas where you can improve.
Your company offers a 100% 401(k) match. You contribute $200 from each paycheck, and you are paid twice per month. How much money goes into your 401(k) each month?
What is
$800 per month?