Job Market & Career Readiness
What is the average time a recruiter spends looking at a resume?
What is 6-7 seconds
What’s the recommended length for a college student’s resume?
What is One Page
What’s the best way to answer “Tell me about yourself”?
What is Brief summary of education, experience, and career goals.
What should always be included in your LinkedIn profile header?
What is Your name, current job title or career aspirations
How early should you arrive for an interview?
What is 10-15 minutes early
What percentage of jobs are filled through networking?
What is 70-80%
What’s the best file format to submit a resume online?
What is PDF
True or False: You should memorize answers to interview questions.
What is False, you should prepare but sound natural
True or False: It’s okay to connect with strangers on LinkedIn
What is True, if you send a polite and professional message
True or False: It’s okay to use emojis in a professional email
What is False
What does "hidden job market" mean?
What is Jobs that are not publicly advertised and are filled through networking and referrals
True or False: You should tailor your resume for each job application.
What is True, tailoring your resume increases your chances of matching the employer’s needs
What’s the ideal timeframe to send a thank-you email after an interview?
What is within 24 hours
How often should you update your LinkedIn profile?
What is At least every 6 months
What is the "two-week notice rule"?
What is The standard professional courtesy for resigning from a job.
What’s the best time of year to apply for jobs?
What is January & September
What’s the STAR method, and how can it help with writing a resume?
What is Situation, Task, Action, Result – helps structure experiences
What should you do if you don’t know the answer to an interview question?
What is Stay calm, think aloud, or ask for clarification
What’s one thing you should do after networking with someone?
What is Send a follow-up message or thank-you note
What should you do if you make a mistake at work?
What is Own up to it, apologize, and find a solution.
What is an ATS, and why is it important in job applications?
What is Applicant Tracking System – it filters resumes before a human sees them
What’s the best way to quantify achievements on a resume?
What is Use metrics or specific numbers to highlight accomplishments (e.g., “Managed a team of 5,” “Increased social media engagement by 40%,” etc.)
If you don’t know the answer to a technical question in an interview, this is a good strategy.
What is to stay calm, admit you don’t know, and explain how you would approach finding the answer?
When expanding your professional network, this is the best way to keep in touch with new contacts over time.
What is sending occasional follow-up messages or sharing relevant content?
When attending a meeting, you should avoid this common behavior, as it can be distracting and show disinterest.
What is checking your phone or multitasking?