Interviewing
When should you arrive for an interview?
5-10 minutes early
True or False: You need to take your resume and cover letter to job interviews.
true
True or False: It is appropriate (good) to talk about money with your coworkers?
False! This is not appropriate in American culture.
_________________ is the money that you make.
True or False: Equal opportunity employer means that a company needs to hire an equal number of men and women.
False. EOE means that a company will hire a person of any race, religion, gender, etc..
It is important to be _____________. This means that you give clear examples from your professional experience.
specific
True or False: The purpose of your cover letter is to correct any problems from your resume.
What is another word for colleague?
coworker or associate
_____________ _______________ is the smallest amount of money that you can legally be paid each hour.
Minimum wage
True or False: Buying a house is an example of a long-term goal.
True
elevator speech
What is the main purpose for your resume?
to get you a job interview
____________ _____________ means that when there is a problem, we work together to find an answer.
Conflict resolution
What is the difference between a bank and a credit union?
A bank is for-profit. Credit unions are non-profits.
Your career ______________ is the job that you want.
objective
What should you do if you do not understand a question that you are asked during a job interview?
Ask for clarification (in other words, ask the interviewer to repeat the question)
What are 3 things that your resume should include?
education
work experience
contact information
other skills
Why is it not a good idea to call your supervisor every time that you have a problem?
Your supervisor has a lot of responsibilities. If there is a problem that you can fix without help, you do not need to call.
What does TANF stand for?
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
What is the difference between a job and a career?
A job is something that you do to get money. A career is something that you train for and are passionate about.
What do you need to take with you to a job interview?
your resume and cover letter
What are 2 benefits of having a strong resume?
gives you a sense of security
prepares you for a job interview
keeps you organizedIf you are meeting your coworkers for the first time, what should you do? (In other words, what is polite in this situation.)
Smile, say hello, and introduce yourself
A ____________ is the form that you get from your employer with the information you need to complete your taxes. A ___________ is the form that you fill out and send to the government to file your taxes.
W2, 1040
What is the name of the home care union?
SEIU