You are going to be late to an interview what should you do?
a. Call the employer and tell them that you will be late at least 30 minutes ahead of time
b. Arrive late without calling
c. Give the employer the story of why you were late when you walk in
a. Call the employer and tell them that you will be late at least 30 minutes ahead of time
100
True or False: When filling out a Job application it is okay to write "Anything" in the blank
False
100
What skill did I give an example for the letter "P" when we talked about keeping a job?
Prompt
100
Name a career that someone can do if their strength/interest is in Music?
Music producer, Composer, Songwriter
100
Give three things that are included in the header?
Name, Address, Email Address, Phone number
200
Which of the following applies to proper interview preparation.
a. Dress appropriately
b. Bring a drink into the interview
c. Answer/text on your phone during the interview
d. Research the company background info before you enter the interview
e. Both A & D
E. Both A & D
200
True or False: When explaining your reason for leaving a previous job, you should tell them you were treated unfairly.
False
200
What example did I give when I used the letter "P" to describe a skill/attitude in getting a job?
Prepared
200
Why is it important to start planning your career now?
So you know what direction you are going, not wasting money in college..answers vary
200
What type of verbs are used to describe a skill?
Action or adverbs
300
What is the best way to answer the interview question “ How do you handle stress?”
a. I avoid all stressful situations
b. I get frustrated easily and usually I am not pleasant to around when I am stressed
c. Under pressure, I try to work to the best of my abilities.
C. Under pressure, I try to work to the best of my abilities
300
What do you use to fill in the blanks that do not apply to you?
N/A
300
Why is it important to know your strengths?
So that you know what you are good at and can apply those skills to a job.
300
Give an example of how you can turn an interest into a career?
Answers vary
300
What skill deals with managing a group of people?
Leadership
400
What is the best way to answer the interview question “Why do you want this job?”
a. I want it because I need money.
b. I need this job because I need something to occupy my time.
c. I am looking for a job in which I can use my skills to help the company achieve it’s goals.
c. I am looking for a job in which I can use my skills to help the company achieve it’s goals.
400
How should you express your salary?
Range/Negotiable
400
Name three school rules that prepare you for the workforce?
Tardy - detention, Dress code, Discipline, Language
400
What is the difference between a career and a job?
Career takes training, experience, more education than a job
400
How do employers use resumes?
To determine which candidates will get an interview.
500
What is unprofessional while in an interview?
a. Wearing proper clothing
b. Bringing a drink to the interview
c. Putting your cell phone on silent
b. Bringing a drink to the interview
500
Who should you typically exclude when listing references?
Give me two answers
Family and Friends
500
Name two strengths you might see in unspoken language?
Body movement, linguistic (language), musical, logic/math, nature, spatial/visual, social, self)
500
What steps can you take now to start planning your career?
Find strengths/interests, Taking courses related to your career interest, plan for college..answers vary
500
Name at least three important skills that most employers look for?
Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Interpersonal, Multi-tasking, Time management, Creative