Generally, it's good to follow up on a job application within:
(a) 2 weeks
(b) 3-5 business days
(c) 3 weeks
(b) 3-5 business days
300
Give two signs of a job posting scam.
1. Lots of capital letters and exclamation points
2. Big money promises
3. Daily cash payouts
4. Employer not identified
300
Give two reasons why it's important to keep a job search log.
1. Provides verification for CJC, probation, or unemployment requirements
2. Gives contact info for following up on applications
3. Reminds you when it's time to follow up
300
True or false: A cover letter is a letter outlining why you’re interested in the job and why you’d excel at it.
True
300
Name 3 types of interviews.
1. One-on-one
2. Group
3. Panel
4. Phone
5. Video
300
You should always follow up an interview with a ______________ within ____________ .
Thank-you note within 24 hours
400
What is the "hidden job market"? What percentage of all open jobs are in the hidden job market?
All the jobs that are not advertised. 80%
400
Give 2 reasons why you should keep a password manager.
1. Many employers require you to set up a username and password.
2. You can't use the same password on all sites because they have different password rules.
3. You save a lot of time and frustration re-setting passwords if you have them written down.
400
True or false: You should list at least 3 professional references at the bottom of your resume.
False. References (with phone # and e-mail) should go on a separate page.
400
What are the 3 P's of interview success?
Practice
Practice
Practice
400
List 2 ways to get contact information for following up on an interview.
1. Ask for the interviewer's business card.
2. Look on the company web site.
3. Yellow Pages.
4. olmis.org or linkedin.com
500
What is the #1 way to find a job?
Networking
500
Why should you stay away from words like "hard worker," "team player," and "detail oriented" on your resume?
They are meaningless because everyone uses them. Find different words or use examples to show what kind of worker you are.
500
You should have a _________ ________ version of your resume available for pasting into an e-mail or a box in an online application.
Plain text
500
Why is it important to do research on the employer before your interview?
It enables you to show that you're interested in the company, and that you are motivated to work hard for them.
500
Why should you continue to apply at the same places?
1. Become familiar to them
2. Show them your persistence