All about the looks
How should you dress when going to pick up an application?
Nicely and appropriately
What is a bad response to the question "Reason for leaving"?
Boss was a jerk, hated work, etc.
What is a reference?
Someone who knows you well and who can tell others about your work abilities.
- All the blanks are filled in
- Nothing is spelled wrong
What do you call a document that explains your education, work experience, and other qualifications for work?
Resume
What should you use to fill out your application?
Blue or black ink or type it
What is a good way to respond to the question "desired wage"?
Write a range
or
Write "negotiable"
What contact information should you include about your references?
Name
Phone number
What do you call developing relationships with people who can help get you a job?
Networking
Why is it important to dress appropriately when picking up an application?
You may meet a manager or will be asked for a short interview
What should you NOT write for the question "position desired"?
"anything"
What should you ALWAYS do before writing someone down as your reference?
Ask them if it is ok
What order should you list your work experiences?
Most recent to least recent
What do you call information about your education and work experience that would make you a good person to hire.
Qualifications
How many chances do you get at making a first impression?
1
What is one way you could answer the question "reason for leaving?"
School conflict
Conflicting hours
Better opportunities for advancement
Lack of work
Seasonal employment
What is an appropriate number of references?
3
What should you write if a question does not apply to you?
"N/A"
What is a discussion between an employer and a job applicant
Interview
How should you write your name at the bottom of an application?
It should be a signature- in cursive
What does "N/A" mean?
Not applicable
Who canNOT be a reference?
Family, people under the age of 18, strangers
What's most important about your contact information?
It is a phone number or email that you check and can respond to
What is a posting about an available job
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