Guess Who
I like working outdoors and talk to animals like they understand me.
Who is Adam?
What are 3 things you should research before an interview?
–What is what the organization does?
–What is the type of skills the employer looking for?
–What is who are their customers or clients?
–What is what kind of interview will it be?
–What is what should I expect to have to do at the interview?
-What is how do I get there and how long will it take me?
What is something that should be the same font as your resume, error free, short, concise and to the point, no longer than 1 page, send to a specific contact person whenever possible, have the correct date?
What is a cover letter?
What type of application is done on companies job site?
What is a job application?
You should be at an interview 30 minutes ahead of time.
False- You want to be 10 minutes early but not so early that the employer will feel rushed.
Which of the following is a good way to learn about unadvertised job opportunities?
A) Only checking job boards
B) Networking with people you know
C) Waiting for emails from companies
D) Applying to every job you find
What is B) Networking with people you know
One of my middle names is an animal and I was in choir and made it to finals.
Who is Benjamyn?
Name 3 different types of Interviews?
What are
One-on-One Interviews
The Working Interview
The Group Interview
A panel interview
A phone interview
A screening interview
A video interview
A mock interview
A job fair interview
What should you do when giving references to an employer?
What is 1.make sure you have the correct up to date contact information and have talked with your references about your job application and let them know to expect a call 2.have a sheet in the same format as your resume and cover letter to give to them.
How many jobs should you be applying for every week?
What is at least 10 minimum? The more you apply for the better chance of an interview.
You should follow up with every job application.
A job fair is best described as:
A) A place to submit résumés online
B) An event where employers and job seekers meet in person
C) A workshop for résumé writing
D) A virtual game for job seekers
What is B) An event where employers and job seekers meet in person
I watch Princess movies for the fun of it and I play roblox when I'm bored
Who is Madison?
If asked what your weakness is, What type of answer do you use.
A positive Sandwich answer
How many references should you have?
What is 3?
How often should you be job searching?
What is 5 days a week minimum? When looking for a job, job search is your job! The more effort you put into it the more likely you are to find a job.
Networking only helps you get jobs if you already know the hiring manager personally
False - Networking can be done through friends, acquaintances, co-workers, networking groups, linkedIN and more
The “hidden job market” refers to:
A) Jobs that are posted on secret websites
B) Positions filled without public advertisements
C) Jobs in remote locations only
D) Temporary contract positions
What is B) Positions filled without public advertisements
I love being outdoors and love to bike ride.
Who is Zoe?
When an employer asks you to tell them about yourself how should you respond?
What is with an elevator pitch that is 30-60 seconds long that tells the interviewer about what experience you bring to the role, why you would be a good fit for the role, and leave them with a memorable positive impression.
What should you do with your resume when applying to a job?
What is tailor your resume to that job?
How long should you wait before you follow up to a job application?
What is 1-2 days?
ATS stands for Automatic tracking Standard
Daily Double
What is False - Applicant Tracking System?
Which of the following should you do when writing a résumé?
A) Use the same résumé for every job
B) Include measurable accomplishments when possible
C) Only list jobs from the past year
D) Avoid using action verbs
What is B) Include measurable accomplishments when possible
I took tennis lessons when I was 12. I've read almost 200 book in the last 4 years.
Who is Dillon?
What questions can an interviewer not ask you? Name 5 out of 7
What is Anything related to…
•Age
•Race
•Gender
•Religion
•Disability
•Marital status
•Pregnancy
How can you get your resume to pass ATS?
What is use key words in the resume from the job description?
How should you follow up to a job application? 3 answers.
What is in person, on the phone or email?
Should you attach references to your resume?
What is False - References should be given when the employer asks for them
What is the main purpose of a cover letter?
A) To list every job you’ve ever had
B) To explain why you are a good fit for the specific job
C) To describe your hobbies and interests
D) To replace your résumé
What is B) To explain why you are a good fit for the specific job
My favourite colour is red. I'm the youngest member of my family.
Who is Kevin?
What should you do at the end of the interview?
Ask 2-3 questions?
What are some examples of key words to use in your resume? Give 5 examples.
•Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Communication Skills,Innovation, MS Office, Scheduling, English Speaking, Detail Oriented, Multi Tasking, Forklift Operation, Warehouse Operations, Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Pallet Jack, Order Picking, Material Handling,Shipping
How often should you use a cover letter when applying for a job?
What is everytime? This shows the employer you put in effort into applying and not just clicking apply to every job you see.
You should apply to every job you see, even if you don’t meet most of the requirements.
False - You can apply to jobs you don't meet the requirements for if you feel you have skills/knowledge that will help you get the position.
Which verb is best to start a résumé bullet point?
A) Did
B) Went
C) Managed
D) Was
What is C) Managed
I only wear sweatpants and I still play fortnight.
Who is Meadow?
What technique will help you prepare for a behavioural interview?
The STAR method is an effective technique for responding to a behavioral-based interview question.
Why do you need a cover letter? Answer 3 reasons.
1.Your cover letter introduces you to potential employers.
2.It tells them what specific position you are applying for and indicates where (if applicable) the lead came from (advertisement, referral).
3.Includes additional information not already covered in your resume, such as additional soft skills.
4.Provides an opportunity to briefly outline your education and employment background. For example, “I have 5 years of relevant experience in this area, as well as two years of related post secondary education.” This overview will catch the employer’s eye and encourage them to read your resume for the specific details.
6.Tells the employer if you plan to follow up and invites them to contact you.
What are different ways to find a job? Name 3
What is search online jobs? What is going in person to hand your resume to employers? What is networking?
Attending a job fair can give you opportunities that aren’t posted online
What is True? Attending a job fair could give you an interview on the spot.
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are designed to:
A) Automatically reject all online applications
B) Scan résumés for keywords and qualifications
C) Write cover letters for you
D) Schedule interviews automatically
What is B) Scan résumés for keywords and qualifications
I've been to Cuba and I have close to 1000 different games.
Who is Jake?
What should you do the night before an interview?
What is
What is a hybrid resume?
What is a resume that provides the advantages of both functional and chronological styles.
What are 5 sites you can find jobs on?
1. Job Bank 2. Indeed 3. Monster 4. Workplace Development 5. Knighthunter 6. Company Websites 7. Workopolis 8. LinkedIn 9.Pillar NonProfit 10.Glassdoor
Researching a company before applying isn’t necessary because all jobs are the same.
False - It is important to research every company and show you know who they are
What file format is usually safest for submitting a résumé online?
A) PDF
B) JPEG
C) Word document only
D) Notepad (.txt)
What is A) PDF
I wanted to be a paleontologist when I was a kid. I've almost fully read a comic series with 1000 plus chapters 2 times.
Who is Samson?
What are some things you do the morning before your interview?
DAILY DOUBLE!
What is shower, brush your teeth, dress in clean business casual interview outfit, review your interview questions
What type of resume groups your skills and employment under certain headings—for example, customer service, project management, administration…etc. This style is useful for those who have changed jobs a lot, who have large gaps in their employment and/or do not possess perfect job related experience.
What is a functional resume?
What should you do after submitting a job application?
What is follow up!
Using action verbs in your résumé makes your experience sound stronger.
What is True
Why should you send a thank-you email after an interview?
A) To remind the employer you need the job
B) To show professionalism and continued interest
C) To negotiate your salary immediately
D) To provide additional unrelated documents
What is B) To show professionalism and continued interest
When I was little I really wanted to be a fairy mermaid when I grew up. My natural eye colour is light brown/amber
Who is Kassandra?
What does the STAR Method stand for?
Situation: Describe a particular situation that you were in or a task that you needed to accomplish. Provide appropriate background information, and do not generalize.
Task: State the goal you were working towards.
Action: Describe the actions you took to address the situation specifically focusing on your contribution.
Result: Describe the outcome of your actions. What did you accomplish? What did you learn?
What type of resume lists your education and work history in chronological order, starting with your most recent job and working backwards
What is a Chronological resume?
Connecting with people you know to learn about job opportunities is called this.
What is Networking?
You should always be honest about your experience on applications and in interviews.
What is True?
If you haven’t heard back from a job application in two weeks, what should you do?
A) Wait several months before contacting
B) Send a polite follow-up email
C) Call the manager repeatedly
D) Give up entirely
What is B) Send a polite follow-up email