Interview Skills
What should you do before going to an interview?
What should be at the top of your resume?
Your full name and contact information
What is a career pathway?
A series of connected education and training programs to help you advance in a specific career.
True or False: It is okay to check your phone constantly at work.
False
What is a budget?
A plan for how to spend and save money.
What is a good question to ask the interviewer?
What does a typical day look like in this role?
True or False: You should lie on your resume to make yourself look better.
False
Name one skilled trade career.
Electrician, welder, plumber, etc.
What should you do if you make a mistake at work?
Own up to your mistake and try to fix it. Ask for help!!
True or False: You should save before you spend.
True or False: It's okay to arrive 5 minutes late to an interview.
False. Always arrive 10-15 minutes early.
What section lists your past jobs or volunteer work?
Work Experience
Name one career that requires a college degree.
Nurse, teacher, engineer, etc.
Name one thing that shows you are dependable.
Being on time every day, completing all of your work
Name one way to track your spending
Budgeting apps or a notebook
What should you bring to an interview?
What's an action verb that you could use on a resume?
Organized, led, assisted, created, acknowledged, encouraged, contributed, directed, authorized, embraced
What tool can help you explore career interests?
ONET interest profiler
What does it mean to take intiative?
Doing things without being asked.
What is one way to avoid credit card debt?
Only spend what you can afford to pay off.
Name 3 nonverbal cues that help during an interview.
Eye contact, smile, firm handshake
Why is it important to proofread your resume?
To catch errors and show professionalism.
Name three factors to consider when choosing a career.
Interests, salary, job availability, job outlook, necessary training or education
What should you NOT do if someone makes you angry in the workplace?
What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card.
Debit Card - uses money you already have in your account.
Credit Card - uses borrowed money that you pay back later with interest.