Western 101
How many absences during ONE semester earn you denial of credit in a class?
10 Absences
A job application is an employer's first __________ of you.
impression
What is a resume and what is it used for?
A resume is a "summary" of who you are professionally.
List one way to prepare for an interview.
Research the organization, predict questions they may ask, write down answers, practice with a friend, find a ride, pick out an outfit, etc.
What is one thing Ms. Goodman always says she's grateful for?
Her dog!
How many classes do you need to complete WOW assignments for each week?
All 6!
What do you write in a space when a question is not relevant to you or your experience?
N/A
Which comes first when writing about work experience? The most recent experience or the oldest experience?
Always use your most recent experience at the top of the section.
List one way to dress for success.
What other city has Ms. Goodman lived and taught in?
Los Angeles, CA
How many credits do you need to graduate with a standard diploma?
23 credits
Name 2 common mistakes that may be found on a job application.
Capitalization errors, blank spaces, spelling errors, wrong date format, scirbbles to cross out mistakes, using friends/family as references
How is a resume different from a cover letter?
A resume is not as detailed as a cover letter and may not be as specific to a single job/company. The goal of a resume is to present information in a simple, organized way to an employer.
Will there always be one person interviewing you?
Sometimes there will be one person conducting your interview, but being interviewed by a group is also common.
What is Ms. Goodman's astrological/zodiac sign?
Aquarius!
Which grades make up your overall "Semester 1" grade?
Quarter 1 (45%) + Quarter 2 (45%)
+ Semester 1 Exam (10%)
What word should you avoid using when filling out the desired position? Why?
"Anything." You should be excited about the specific job/position that you are applying for!
Name 3 of the categories that may be found on a resume.
Contact info, Education, Work experience, Volunteer experience, Relevant Courses, Honors/Awards, Skills
What are some things you should NOT do during a job interview?
Look down/not make eye contact, talk negatively about your former employer, fidget, slouch in your seat, etc.
What core subject is Ms. Goodman's teaching license in?
English
What year was Western High School opened?
1960
What information is needed about your references? Who CANNOT be used as references? Who can?
Name, Occupation, address (or email address), phone number. Friends or family CANNOT be used. Teachers, coaches, past employers, coworkers CAN be used.
How often should you edit/rewrite your resume? (Every month? Every year? Never?)
A person should have an updated resume for each field they are working in. You should update your resume every time you complete a degree, get a new job, recieve an award, or update your contact information (address/email/etc).
Explain the proper way to bring up a "weakness" during an interview.
Be honest about a weakness that you have, but ALSO make sure to explain how you're working on improving that trait.
What is Ms. Goodman's favorite sport?
Weightlifting