Name one article of clothing you should NOT wear to an interview
What are blue jeans?
100
This pathway includes work such as photography, journalism, public relations, or fine arts.
What is arts and communication?
100
You should NOT list any of these people as references on your resume...
What is family? -- Mom, dad, brothers, sisters, grandparents, etc.
100
Who should you go to if are having any problems in the work place?
Supervisor, boss, manager.
100
What are the 3 keys to getting a job?
Good first impression, well-done application and resume, and effective interview.
200
This is the first thing you should do when you walk into an interview...
What is introducing yourself or handshake
200
This pathway includes work in social services, education, food and beverage service, or cosmetology.
What is human services?
200
What are four attitudes that promote a good working environment?
What is cooperation, respect, friendly, positive body language.
200
Name at least two differences between a hobby and a career
Goal of a career is to make a living wage, hobby is a spare time activity, work you must do whether you feel like it or not.
300
List a few things that you should do DURING an interview...
Make eye contact, ask questions, smile, relax, etc.
300
This pathway includes jobs such as nurse, doctor, dentist, or therapist.
What is health sciences?
300
List some common mistakes people make on their resumes or applications.
Messy writing, misspelled words, blank lines, improper English, not writing enough or writing too much.
300
Tommy has been working the same position for 2 years and feels ready to take on more responsibility. Tommy asks his boss what he can do to prove he deserves a promotion. His behavior is rather __________.
What is assertive?
300
Name 3 alternative ways to get to work if you don't have your own car.
Public transportation, walk, bike, family or friend, or car-pooling.
400
Give an example of appropriate interview attire.
Black pants, khaki pants, blouse, button up shirt, dress shoes, etc.
400
If you fall into this pathway, you could work as a loan officer, economist, office manager, or computer technician.
What is business, management, marketing, technology?
400
List the 4 kinds of information you want on your resume
Name/contact information, previous work experience, work skills, and references.
400
Heidi is frustrated with her boss routinely asking her to stay later than her scheduled shift. However, every time her boss asks, Heidi reluctantly says she can stay. Heidi is acting rather ________.
What is passive?
400
Name 3 things that change when you go from job site to paid employment.
Longer hours, higher expectations, no job coach, earning a paycheck.
500
Name the 5 best things to do or say during an interview
Ask good questions, "I'm flexible," know the company, say "that's a good question" instead of "I don't know," and give reasons why you want the job.
500
This pathway is for the nature lovers. Some jobs may include farmer, landscaper, or marine biologist.
What is agriculture and natural resources?
500
Who should you list as a contact person on your resume?
Teachers, past bosses, coaches, people you've volunteered with.
500
Johnny is frustrated with one of his coworkers, Mark, routinely asking him to finish their tasks while they sit in the back on their cell phone. Johnny tells Mark that he is stupid and can go do it himself. Johnny is acting __________.
What is aggressive?
500
List three things that an employer wants from an employee
Showing up on time, problem solving skills, team work, motivation, loyalty, good communication with coworkers and customers