Career Exploration
Finding a Job
Interview
Resumes and Cover Letters
Starting a New Job
100
Are interpersonal skills like leadership and patience hard skills or soft skills?
Soft skills
100
______________ skills will be useful in many different jobs.
Transferable
100
Why should you personalize each thank you note you send after an interview?
A. To show that you’re a polite person
B. To make a lasting impression on each interviewer
C. To avoid offending anyone
D. Because it is required for most job interviews
B. To make a lasting impression on each interviewer
100
In the first paragraph of a cover letter, you should do all of the following, EXCEPT…
A. Show interest in the company
B. Identify the position to which you are applying
C. State how you learned about the job opening
D. Explain why you left your previous job
D. Explain why you left your previous job
100
Employer matching refers to a benefit in which your employer will match the amount of money that you put into your own ________________
401k(retirement savings)
200
When should you begin acting like your interview has started?
A. When you enter the room with your interviewer
B. When the interviewer has let you know the interview has started
C. After you’re past security, but before you meet the office assistant
D. As soon as you encounter anyone in/around the organization you’re interviewing with
D. As soon as you encounter anyone in/around the organization you’re interviewing with
200
What is the purpose of a 401k plan?
To save for retirement
200
The STAR method is a framework for answering common interview questions. What do the letters stand for in STAR?
Situation
Task
Action
Result
200
What is the purpose of a resume?
To highlight your work experience and qualifications
200
Which of the following is a good way to expand your professional network?
A. Writing a book about your company
B. Attending Professional conferences related to your career
C. Partying with old friends
D. Reading professional journals about your career
B. Attending Professional conferences related to your career
300
Each of the following sections is commonly found in a job posting EXCEPT…
A. Benefits
B. Qualifications
C. Job description
D. List of current applicants
D. List of current applicants
300
Why might borrowing a lot of money to attend college be a good financial decision in the long run?
People with college degrees have access to higher paying jobs
300
Why shouldn't you speak negatively about a previous employer?
You're potential new employer will want you to take responsibility for your mistakes. They don't want you to speak negatively about them if you are hired and leave .
300
Which of the following is TRUE about a cover letter?
A. A cover letter presents the same information that is on your resume
B. A cover letter highlights your strengths and interest in a position
C. A cover letter is typically 2-3 pages in length
D. A cover letter should be used to apply to many different jobs
B. A cover letter highlights your strengths and interest in a position
300
What is a benefit of working straight out of high school instead of going to college?
you start earning money sooner
You gain work experience and skills
You learn about an industry
400
Which of the following activities will NOT help you expand your network?
A. Attend a conference
B. Set up informational interviews
C. Join a professional association
D. Complete a self-assessment
D. Complete a self-assessment
400
True or false: this job posting is for an accounting specialist at Indeed.
False. Indeed is the job board. The job is at AutoNation
400
What is the brief statement that a company puts out that you should be aware of before you interview for a position with them?
The Company's Mission Statement (or Core values)
400
How can you boost your resume if you don't have any work experience?
Answers may vary...
Talk about your education emphasizing your strong GPA. Mention Volunteer work, work around the house.
400
It is possible for a job with a lower salary to have a better total compensation package when _________ ___________ are included
employee benefits
500
You should write a new ____________ every time you apply for a new job.
Cover Letter
500
A best practice when networking on LinkedIn is...
A. Join as many professional groups as possible
B. Ask for favors from all of your recent connections
C. Private message hiring managers to check on the status of your job application
D. Create a snappy headline to get the attention of potential employers
D. Create a snappy headline to get the attention of potential employers
500
Your friend, Elizabeth, has a virtual interview tomorrow and is extremely nervous. She should do all of the following things to prepare for her virtual interview EXCEPT…
A. Test all of her technology including internet connection and audio
B. Dress as comfortably as possible; since this is a virtual interview, professional dress is not necessary
C. Ensure she has a clutter-free background
D. Maintain positive body language during her interview such as good posture and eye contact with the camera
B. Dress as comfortably as possible; since this is a virtual interview, professional dress is not necessary
500
You are applying to ten different jobs next week. How many resumes and how many cover letters should you prepare?
1 resume and 10 cover letters
500
What is the first step you should take to prepare to negotiate your salary?
Conduct research on the lowest, highest, and the average salary for the position