Guess the Job
I travel paths both familiar and strange, carrying treasures both big and small. People often wait for me, though they rarely see my face. Who am I?
What is a Mail Carrier / Postal Worker
I’m often your first introduction to a potential employer, but I exist mostly on paper. I summarize your experiences and achievements. What am I?
What is a Resume
I’m the silent backbone of every workday. People can count on me to show up, do my part, and stay steady. What am I?
What is Reliability / Dependability
Name three tasks completed working as a Retail Stock Associate / Stock Clerk
Restock shelves
Check inventory
Organize storage areas
Unpack deliveries
Label products
Assist customers when needed
It’s okay to start a task differently than your supervisor instructed if you think your method is faster and better.
False (There may be reasons the supervisor asked for a specific method)
I mix colors, shapes, and heat, yet what I create is never on a canvas. People enjoy my work with their senses, not their eyes. Who am I?
What is Chef / Cook
I oversee the work others do, provide guidance, and hold people accountable for their responsibilities. I am not always liked, but I am essential for organization and order. Who am I?
What is a Supervisor / Manager / Boss
I let ideas flow and problems get solved. I can be spoken, written, or even shown with gestures. Without me, people misunderstand each other. What am I?
What is Communication
Name three tasks completed working as a Receptionist / Front Desk Clerk
Answer phones
Greet visitors
Schedule appointments
Sort and distribute mail
Maintain a clean reception area
Record messages
If a coworker is struggling with a task, helping them could slow you down but might improve overall team performance.
True (Teamwork sometimes requires balancing priorities)
I guard worlds made of words. I guide travelers who seek stories or knowledge, but I never tell the story myself. Who am I?
What is a Librarian
I’m a meeting where questions are asked, answers are given, and decisions are made. I connect opportunity with preparation. What am I?
What is an Interview
I keep the group moving forward, even when things get tricky. I mean sharing, listening, and helping without doing it all alone. What am I?
What is Teamwork / Cooperation
Name three tasks completed working as a Gardener / Groundskeeper
Plant and water plants
Mow lawns or trim hedges
Maintain outdoor equipment
Remove weeds or debris
Fertilize plants or lawns
Monitor plant health
If a customer is upset and yelling, it’s better to ignore them until they calm down rather than respond immediately.
False (You should remain calm, listen, and respond professionally)
I move silently behind the scenes. I make spaces fresh and safe, though my work is often unnoticed unless I am absent. Who am I?
What is a Custodian / Janitor
I happen when people gather to exchange ideas, plan upcoming work, or solve problems together. I can be short or long, formal or informal, but I help keep everyone aligned and on track. What am I?
What is a Team Meeting / Staff Meeting
I help prevent mistakes before they happen. I notice details, check my work, and make sure things are done right the first time. What am I?
What is Attention to Detail
Name three tasks completed working as a Childcare Assistant / Teacher’s Aide
Supervise children
Prepare learning activities
Help with meals and clean-up
Read or tell stories
Organize playtime
Monitor behavior and safety
It’s acceptable to complete only part of a task if it feels too difficult, as long as you plan to finish it later.
False (Incomplete tasks can affect others; communicate or ask for help)
I appear when hunger calls, carrying offerings from one place to another. I remember details, yet the credit often goes to someone else. Who am I?
What is a Server / Waiter
I am a detailed set of instructions that explains how to operate equipment, follow procedures, or complete tasks correctly. People rely on me when they are new or unsure, and ignoring me can cause mistakes. What am I?
What is a Manual / Instruction guide / Employee Handbook
I’m what helps people trust that I’ll handle tasks carefully and responsibly. I’m earned, not given. What am I?
What is Accountability / Responsibility
Name three tasks completed working as a Barista / Coffee Shop Worker
Prepare drinks and food
Handle cash or register
Clean equipment and tables
Restock supplies
Take customer orders
Maintain a clean work environment
If a task seems unfair or outside your job description, refusing without discussion is the best option.
False (Professional communication and discussion are better approaches)