Careers
What is a summary of information about you that summarizes your skills, experience and education?
A Resume
__________ pay is before taxes/deductions and __________ pay is after taxes/deductions
Gross, Net
Which deduction are you fully responsible for when you turn 26?
Health
True or False: As taxable income increases, income tax rates decrease
False
A former or current employer/boss, supervisor teacher, coach, etc.
________ X _________ = Gross Pay
Hours worked, Hourly pay/rate
How many hours are in a standard work week? (before overtime hours are applied?
40
Josh worked 20 hours at his part time job this week and earns $15 per hour. What was his gross pay for the week?
$300
What are two ways to make a good impression before or during an interview?
Firm handshake, good eye contact, dress professional/appropriate, be pleasant, show up in time, etc.
How many pay periods are there for people who get paid bi-weekly? Bi-monthly?
26, 24
What are the names of two benefits that people collect in the form of cash when they retire?
Social Security, Pension, 401k, 403b, ROTH IRA, IRA
Your gross pay for a year is also known as this
Salary
Most work places will have you complete a(n) _______________ as part of the hiring process
job application
What is the purpose of a W-4 form?
Withhold appropriate federal taxes from employees wages
An insurance program that pays benefits to workers and/or their families for injury, illness or death that results on the job is called
Workers Compensation
This is also known as a group of workers who organize to advocate for better working conditions, pay and benefits
Labor Unions
What are three of the most important details to include in your resume?
Contact/Basic info, Objective, Work Experience, Education, Skills
What does YTD stand for on a pay stub? Explain what it means
YTD = Year to Date
It represents all of the hours, pay you've earned, and deductions spent for that calendar year up to the most current pay date.
What are two examples of voluntary deductions?
Health Insurance, Retirement Savings, Union Dues Life Insurance, etc. (any deductions that are not mandatory)
Your permanent work number is the same number as your _______________
social security number