Resume & Cover Letters
What is the purpose of a resume?
What is a document that summarizes your work experience, skills, and education?
What should you do before an interview to prepare?
What is researching the company, reviewing the job description, and practicing common questions?
What does "professionalism" mean at work?
What is behaving professionally, respectfully, and responsibly at work?
What is a soft skill?
What is a personal skill that helps with communication, teamwork, and problem-solving?
Where is one place you can find job openings?
What is job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn), company websites, or career fairs?
What is a cover letter and why is it important?
What is a personalized letter that highlights your qualifications and explains why you’re a good fit for a job?
What is the STAR method used for in interviews?
What is a method for answering behavioral interview questions by describing the Situation, Task, Action, and Result?
True or False: It’s okay to arrive late occasionally as long as you do good work.
False. Being late can be seen as unprofessional and disrespectful.
Name one soft skill employers look for.
What is communication, teamwork, or adaptability?
What is networking, and why is it useful?
What is building professional relationships to find job opportunities?
Name two key sections of a resume.
What are work experience and education?
Name two common interview questions.
What are "Tell me about yourself" and "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"
What is one way to handle a workplace conflict?
What is talking to the person directly, staying calm, and finding a solution professionally?
True or False: Soft skills are not as important as technical skills.
False. Soft skills are just as important as technical skills because they help with workplace interactions.
True or False: You should apply to every job you see, even if you don’t qualify.
False. It’s better to apply for jobs that match your qualifications and tailor your application.
True or False: Your resume should include every job you’ve ever had.
False. Your resume should include only relevant experience for the job you’re applying for.
What is an appropriate question to ask an interviewer?
What is “Can you describe the company culture?” or “What are the opportunities for growth in this role?”
How should you dress for a job interview?
What is dressing appropriately for the company culture, often business casual or formal?
How can teamwork improve workplace success?
What is improving cooperation, efficiency, and morale in a team?
What should you do if you don’t hear back from an employer after applying?
What is following up with a polite email or phone call after about a week?
What is one way to make your resume stand out to employers?
What is tailoring your resume to match the job description, using keywords, or adding measurable achievements?
What should you do after an interview to leave a good impression?
What is sending a thank-you email within 24 hours?
Why is punctuality important in the workplace?
What is showing reliability, meeting deadlines, and respecting coworkers’ time?
Give an example of problem-solving in the workplace.
What is staying calm, analyzing the issue, and finding a solution or asking for help when needed?
What is one way to stay motivated during a job search?
What is setting goals, staying organized, taking breaks, and maintaining a positive mindset?