Career 101
Career Riddles
Career & More
Memory Refresher
Random
100
WHAT IS AN APPROPRIATE WAY TO GREET THE INTERVIEWER?
A) LET'S SKIP THE SMALL TALK
B) "HEY THERE, WHAT'S UP?"
C) "DO I GET TO TELL A FUNNY JOKE?"
D) "NICE TO MEET YOU! THANK YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY."
100
I rescue but not as a lifeguard, fight but not with fists, and brave flames but not for fun. What’s my occupation?
Firefighter
100
What is A form used to apply for a job?
Job application
100
What is the difference between hard skills and soft skills?
- Hard Skills: These are technical skills and specific, measurable abilities that can be learned through training or education. They are often job-related competencies necessary to complete work.
- Soft Skills: These refer to personal qualities and traits that impact how you work, including communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. They are often transferable to any job and are more about how you approach your work.
In summary, hard skills are about what you can do, while soft skills are about how you do it.
100
Which singer is known as the “Queen of Soul”?
A: Aretha Franklin
B: Diana Ross
C: Whitney Houston
200
WHAT DOES "PTO" STAND FOR IN A WORKPLACE?
PAID TIME OFF
200
I fly but am not a bird, travel but not a tourist, soaring through skies, carrying others as my task. What’s my occupation?
Pilot
200
How many hours are in a normal work week?
Bonus 150 points if you can name what is it called anytime it is more than the average hours and the pay rate
40
Overtime
Time & 1/2
200
What part of the brain stores memories?
Hippocampus
Function: Converts short-term memory into long-term memory.
Type of memory: Declarative (facts and events).
Example: Remembering a conversation or a place you visited.
200
Who founded Facebook?
Mark Zuckerberg
300
WHAT IS THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A RESUME?
TO SUMMARIZE YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
300
I grind but not coffee, fill but not with water, and brighten smiles but not with jokes. What is my profession?
Dentist
300
What is A person who knows you and is willing to describe and usually praise you to support you when you are trying to get a job; a statement as to a person's character or ability
Reference
300
What is gross pay?
Gross pay is the total amount of money an employee earns before any deductions are taken out.
300
Which instrument has 88 keys?
Piano
400
WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER WHEN ANSWERING QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR WEAKNESS?
Never say you have any weaknesses, always SELECT A REAL WEAKNESS AND EXPLAIN HOW YOU ARE WORKING TO IMPROVE IT
400
In a courtroom, I am a fighter, not with fists but with words, battling for justice, in a suit instead of armor. What is my profession?
Lawyer
400
What is A department of the U.S. government that collects taxes
nternal Revenue Service (IRS)
400
Which part of the brain is the main part responsible for storing and processing emotional memories?
Amygdala
Primary role: Processes and stores emotional responses, especially those related to fear, anger, pleasure, and danger.
It helps tag memories with emotional significance, making them easier to remember.
400
Which famous artist cut off his own ear?
Vincent van Gogh
500
What is Things that employers may offer you in addition to your wages; for example, health insurance, annual or sick leave, holidays, paid vacation, parking space or monthly reimbursement for parking space area, mileage for travel, and tuition reimbursement
Benefits
500
I cut but never bleed, style but never wear, work with heads but not with brains. What am I?
Barber or Hairstylist
500
Active listening lets your guest know that you are ________ what they are saying
Interested in
500
What is the difference between a credit union and a major bank?
Major Bank
For-profit business – exists to make money for shareholders.
Owned by: Private investors or public shareholders.
Credit Union
Nonprofit cooperative – exists to serve its members, not make a profit.
Owned by: The members (account holders).
500
In which country was the game of chess invented?
A: India
B: China
C: Greece