True or False
You have to put your social security number on your application?
False
What is the Habit 1?
Be Proactive
Name a type of clothing a man or woman should wear for an interview.
Nice shirt, dress pants, nice shoes (no sandals)
What is etiquette?
Polite behavior especially when in public.
What are two examples of your contact information?
Name, address, phone number, email
Don't ever put volunteer experiences on a resume
False
What is a paradigm?
A paradigm is the way you think about and see things.
Name one interview questions that would be asked to you?
various answers...strength, weakness, experience, education, etc.
While working your phone rings should you answer it?
No. Your phone should never be out while working!
What should you bring to the interview?
Resume
Employers have the ability to look at your social media accounts.
True. Be careful with what you post!
What is a personal bank account?
How you feel about yourself is called your personal bank account (PBA). Just like a real bank account you can make deposits and withdrawals. Instead of banking with real money, you bank with the things you think, say or do.
If my interview starts at 10:30am what time should I arrive?
10:15. You should always arrive early for an interview.
When on a job, should you expect the employer to know what your accommodations might be?
No. You will need to advocate and explain your accommodations
When you put someone as a reference on your resume, what should you do?
Let the person know
Perceptions are facts
False.
Perceptions are not facts, they can be inaccurate or incomplete even though people believe they are true
What are three symptoms of a healthy Personal Bank Account?
You stand up for yourself and resist peer pressure
You are not overly concerned with being popular
You see life as a positive experience
You trust yourself
You are goal driven
You are happy for others when they succeed
Can you find a job through friends? Why/Why not?
Yes. It is a good idea to let friends and family know you are looking in case they know of job openings
Being honest, dependable, and reliable to get things done right.
Trustworthy
Who should you use for a reference?
Past coworkers, teachers, past bosses
If you want to make change in your life, it must begin with YOU.
True
What are three symptoms of a poor Personal Bank Account?
You cave into peer pressure
You have feelings of depression or inferiority
You are overly concerned about what others think about you
You act arrogant to hide your insecurities
You self destruct by getting into drugs, alcohol, vandalism, etc.
You become easily jealous, especially when someone close to you succeeds
Describe 3 clothing items that would be considered inappropriate interview attire.
Sandals/Flip flops
T-shirt
Shorts
Jeans
Clothes that are dirty
Being at work on time is part of what Etiquette?
Being punctual
What is the document called that you can hand in with your resume. It lets companies know what you are looking for?
Coverletter