A career is a series of related jobs in a particular field over a lifetime.
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Define work ethic.
Work ethic is how hard you work, how honest you are, and how committed you are to your job.
100
What are three ways in which a resume can be submitted to an employeer?
Delivered in person, sent by postal mail, or sent by e-mail
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What is a resume?
A resume provides a brief history of your work experiences and education.
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Why is it important to dress professionally when going to an interview.
It shows the interviewer that you care and are willing to look nice.
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What are two reasons why people work?
People work for money, to learn, and to make goods and provide services.
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What is teamwork?
Teamwork is when everyone on the team works together to reach a common goal.
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Define stress.
Stress is the pressure people feel as the reslut of their ability or inability to meet the expectations of others and themselves.
200
What is an interview?
An interview is a meeting between a job applicant and an employer.
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What kind of traits to successful people show at the workplace?
a positive attitude, initiative, honesty, flexibility
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What is one way in which work is like school?
They both are hard work and require practice and commitment.
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What are thinking skills?
Thinking skills are the mental skills you use to learn, make decisions, and analyze and solve problems.
300
What is a portfolio?
A portfolio is a collection of work samples demonstrating your skills.
300
Why is it important that everything is spelled correctly on your resume?
It is important because your resume is your chance to get an interview.
300
What are mentors?
Mentors are informal teachers or guides who help employees adjust to a new workplace.
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What is one way in which work and school are different?
1) In school students spread their efforts across a variety of subjects. At work people try to choose jobs that allow them to work in areas in which they like and are good at.
2) You are not paid to go to school. Work you are paid.
3) When you are absent from the workplace someone else has to do your job.
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How should employees deal with criticism?
Employees should listen to the criticism, understand the criticism, and make a plan to improve, and take action.
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What is a cover letter?
A cover letter tells the employer that you are applying for a position in the company.
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What should you do before an interview?
Before your interview you should study your resume, gather information about the company you are applying to, and find out the exact date and time of your interview.
400
What are two advantages of being an entrepreneur?
You can be your own boss.
You have the opportunity to make a lot of money.
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What does job shadowing mean?
Job shadowing is when you follow a worker for a few days on teh job and observe.
500
Define harrassment.
Harrassment is behavior that is unwelcome and disturbing to others.
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What are the four parts of a cover letter?
A salutation and reference to the specific job you are applying for.
Information about your knowledge of the company
A positive statement about your contribution
A request for an interview and contact information
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How should you follow up after and interview?
After an interview you should call the company and ask if they have reached a decision and thank them for taking the time to meet with you.
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What are four core academic skills one needs to have in the workplace?