Introduction to Canadian Culture
Doing things on your own; being a self-starter.
What is "initiative"
___________: people on a list that potential employers call to ask a few questions about you.
What are "references"
emphasizes skills and accomplishments. This type of resume stresses individual areas of competence and skills, so it's useful for people who are just entering the job market.
What is a "Functional Resume"
a formal meeting where important information is provided to new employees. The type of information provided may include information regarding company policies, the company's purpose and mission, benefits, and company structure.
What is "employee orientation"
a third party that represents you and your colleagues’ interests to your employer. Their purpose is to protect the rights of employees.
What are "unions"
Concepts or beliefs that guide how we make decisions – the things that we believe to be most important in life.
What are "values"
Past or present employers
Supervisors
Co-workers
(past or present)
Teachers
What is "people you can use as references"
related to how you work with people (people skills) - listening, empathy, confidence, public speaking, patience, resolving conflicts, teamwork skills etc.
What are "soft skills"
: employees with varied work hours. Normally these employees do not qualify for benefits.
What is "part-time" employees
a document (hardcopy or electronic) that outlines an employee’s agreement with the employer, including the following: work condition, policies, benefits and code of conduct.
What is an "employee handbook"
positive or negative feelings concerning objects, people, or events. They reflect how we feel about something.
Attitudes
written testimony from another person that states credibility of an applicant.
Letter of Recommendation
involve technical knowledge or training. For example, people who have worked in food service or retail often know how to use a point-of-sale system to take payments from customers. Knowing how to use Point-of-sale (POS system), MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel, Accounting software are additional examples of these types of skills.
What are "hard skills"
employees who work a pre-determined number of hours per week and are eligible for employer benefits. In Canada, a full-time employee works 40 hours or more per week.
What are "full-time" employees.
Customer-oriented, friendly Barista with 3+ years of experience serving high-quality espresso and brewed coffee in a fast-paced coffee shop environment. Passionate about providing customers with exceptional customer service. This is an example of _____________ __________.
What is a "summary statement"
The type of work itself
Opportunities for advancement
Supervision and co-workers
What are 'factors that cause job satisfaction'
Dress professionally
Have extra copies of your résumé
Be prepared for an on-the-spot interview
What are "tips for applying for a job in person"
type of of interview- you meet with several interviewers at once.
What is a "panel" interview.
employees who are hired only for a specified period of time.
What are Temporary employees
Exit: Expressed by actively attempting to leave the organization
Voice: Expressed by actively and constructively attempting to improve conditions
Loyalty: Expressed by passively waiting for conditions to improve
Neglect: Expressed by passively allowing conditions to worsen
What are ways dissatisfied employees express their dissatisfaction?
A state in which an employee identifies with a particular organization and its goals, and wishes to maintain membership in the organization
What is "Organizational Commitment"
To get you an interview
What is the purpose of a resume?
Compensation
Performance evaluations
Handling complaints
What are "responsibilities of HR department"
first one to three months of employment in which employers determine if a new hire should continue employment. It can also be known as probation or orientation period.
What is an "Introductory period".
Capable of being relied on; dependable
What is "reliable"