Paths after Vista Oaks
What is a local junior college?
Los Medanos College
Diablo Valley College
Delta College
Las Positas
What are examples of deductions you might have on a paycheck?
Federal income tax
state tax
medicare
disability
social security...
What is the typical tip percentage for restaurants?
10-20%
True or False
Would you want to include a picture of yourself on your resume?
Yes... if it is professional
Though, it is definitely NOT needed
How early should you show up to an interview?
Approximately 10 minutes before the interview
What is the difference between a junior college and a 4 year university?
A junior can provide you with an associates degree, an opportunity to complete your general courses and then transfer to a 4 year, or provide you a certificate within a given field.
A 4 year university an offer you a Bachelor's degree or a post graduate degree.
What is the difference between Gross and Net pay on a paycheck?
Gross= the entire amount earned
Net= the amount after deductions have been removed
If the amount is 5.25 and you want to tip 10% tip, How much of a tip would you leave?
You will move the decimal point over to the left once… which would be .525 rounding up it would be .53 or 53 cents.
True or False
It's okay to make things up if you don't have a lot of experience?
False
DO not lie it will not help
What should you do at the end of an interview?
Thank them for their time and shake their hand
What are examples of military branches?
Navy
Army
Air Force
Marines
Coast Guard
If you have a monthly budget of $1200 and you have the following bills... how much would you have left?
Car Insurance- $150
Cell phone- $125
Gas- $200
$725
If the amount was 5.25 and you wanted to leave a 20% tip- how much of a tip would you leave?
you could do the same strategy, but times your amount by 2…. (.53 x 2= $1.06)
True or False
The longer the resume the better...
False
Not necessarily
Keeping it to one page is often ideal.
What is one thing you could do to stand out and show you are interested in the position after the interview?
Send them a thank you note
Follow up with a phone call or email checking in a couple of days after
What can high school students do if they do not know what career they want?
Research careers online
volunteer or apply for internships to learn about specific careers
Take a career aptitude assessment (explore Naviance)
If you have a Net take home of $865 per month, can you afford a $400 car payment, $150 car insurance, $200 in gas?
Technically... yes... but be careful- you should always save money for a just in case situation or an emergency.
Friday night you met up with two of your friends and went to pizza at Rubiano’s in downtown Brentwood. The 3 of you ordered a large pepperoni pizza, a house salad, and three sodas. It was a busy night. You all felt like your waitress was attentive, and checked on you throughout your dinner. She even refilled your soda glasses twice.
Your bill was $38.78
The 3 of you decided to split the bill equally.
How much would each of you pay if you all decided to give a 20% tip, (your portion of the bill + tip)
Each of you would need to leave $15.51 for your portion plus the tip
$38.78 x .2 = $7.76
$46.52 divided by 3= $15.51 per person
True or False
A resume is an opportunity for an employer to get to see pertinent information about you and some of your special skills, talents... as applicable to the job
True
How should you dress for an interview?
Clothes that are considered nice and clean.
It does not need to be a suit or a dress but should be appropriate for the position.
What is a disadvantage of workers who choose full time employment over getting a college education?
Living on your own in an apartment is cheaper than living with your parents?
False
What is another area you might choose to tip someone for their service?
Coffee Shop
Hair dresser
Nail technician
Delivery driver
etc..
True or False
Your name and contact information should be bolded and stand out a bit more than the rest of your resume.
True
Make it easy for the employer to see your information and how to contact you.
What is a benefit of an entry level job?
It gives you work experience and helps to build your resume.
It probably isn't going to be a dream job, but it shows you are interested and willing to work hard... eventually, it could lead to something better.