Sending Emails
True or False. It is a good idea to use lots of emojis when emailing your supervisor or boss.
You just received a life-changing chain email titled “10 ways to transform your life.” Of course, you can forward it to everyone in office. Is this a good idea?
NO!
Past supervisors, co-workers, teachers, Principal, job coaches, etc.
I bring you your dinner in a restaurant. After dinner I bring the check. Remember to leave me a tip.
Waiter/waitress.
A person who works for an employer is called the ____________________.
Employee.
What is considered a "professional" greeting when sending a work email? Name two you could use.
"Dear,..."
"Good morning,..."
"Good afternoon,..."
"Good evening,..."
"Hello,..."
How can you build good relationships in the workplace? Name 3 ways.
Smile at others, be kind, be helpful, be a team-player, spend some time getting to know your co-workers.
For what reason should you not apply to a specific job listing?
If you are not interested in accepting it, if you don't have the necessary skills or educational background listed on the job description, etc.
If you want to buy a loaf of bread, you'll have to pay me on your way out of the supermarket.
A cashier.
Interests are things people...
like to do or like to learn about.
True or False. If an email has been sent to you and 10 other people together, replying to the entire group is not necessary.
True.
Name 3 topics that are generally better to stay away from when talking to co-workers.
Politics, religion, family issues, relationship issues, issues with another co-worker, financial problems, health issues, controversial hobbies and interests, etc.
Name 3 places you might find or hear about an open job listing.
In the newspaper, online, job fair, through a friend or family member, walking through town/seeing it in a store window, etc.
If you need to find a book, come see me and I'll help you find it. I might be standing behind the circulation desk.
A librarian.
Name two things we should NOT do on an interview.
Interrupt the interviewer, chew gum loudly, show up late, don't bring copies of our resume, wear flashy clothing, etc...
Name two things you can do to make sure you are sending clear cut, polite, and professional work emails?
Use spell check and grammar tools, proof read your email before sending, use a proper subject line, don't add unnecessary details, make sure your message is clear and has a point
Give us 3 examples of ways you can make small talk with a co-worker.
"Hello! How was your weekend?"
"Wow, it looks like it's going to rain today!"
"Hey. How are you today?"
"How’s your morning going so far?"
"How’s your day been?"
"Has your day been busy so far?"
"My afternoon’s been kind of slow. How’s yours going?"
How would you respond to the question "what are 3 of your greatest strengths?"
:)
I bring you your drinks and snacks on an airplane.
A flight attendant.
What do we call the standards that help determine what is good, right, and proper?
Ethics.
What is the ideal response time to your work emails?
Within 24 hours.
You leave a staff meeting where your boss, Nancy, gave a presentation about her ideas on how to improve the company. As you're walking back to your work station, a group of co-workers call you over to ask for your take on her presentation. Before you can answer, one of them starts bad-mouthing your boss about her "terrible" ideas and attitude. After he's done, they wait for you to give your answer... what do you do?
Try and leave the conversation pleasantly. Say something like "I have a ton of work I need to get done, but I'll talk to you guys later!" or say something polite that also sticks up for your boss such as "I thought her ideas sounded kind of good, I'm excited to give it a try! I think it's the least we can do! Anyway, I have a ton of work to do and I need to get going."
Generally, it's best to not get involved in work drama, and remember - you never know who is listening or watching you at work!
How would you respond to the question "what is one of your weaknesses?"
:)
I write BOOKS and NOVELS.
Name 3 soft skills.
punctuality, respect, kindness, willing to help out, communication skills, motivation, genuine interest in the field, etc.