Employer Expectations
Why People Get Fired
Get Ahead and Move up on the Job
When You Leave the Job
Miscellaneous
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Three Major Employer Expectations
What are "Appearance, Skills, and Dependability?"
100
True/False: Working too slowly will NOT get you fired.
False; This is a major reason for job failure. Unproductive employees cost more than they earn. A slow worker is expensive compared to another worker who gets the same job done in less time.
100
True/False: If you want to advance on your job, you want to try to do the minimum amount of work possible.
False; If you want to advance on your job, you have to do more than the minimum!
100
True/False: It is OK to just quit your job if you don't want to work there anymore.
False; If the job is not working for you, ask for a job change within the organization before you give up. If you are still unhappy about your job and decide to leave, do not talk about it to anyone who works with you that is not your supervisor!
100
True/False: Give written notice when leaving a job.
True; Give a formal letter of resignation to your supervisor when you tell him or her, in person, that you are leaving. Stress the positive experiences you had and the good feelings you have about the people you worked with.
200
True/False: Self-Image, Dress, Personality, Communications and Behavior are all examples of Dependability.
False; They are examples of Appearance.
200
True/False: Having too many accidents on the job will NOT get you fired because they are accidents.
False; Employers do not want to keep people who have accidents or who do not follow safety rules. Accidents can be costly to employers and dangerous to other employees.
200
How should you dress if you want to get ahead in an organization? a) Wear clothes that fit and look good on you. b) It doesn't matter because you already got the job. c) Dress at the level you hope to reach next. d) Both A and C
Both A and C; If you want to get ahead at an organization, dress and groom as if you work at the level you hope to reach next. This is not always possible, but at the very least, be clean and well groomed. Wear clothes that fit well and look good on you. Even when coworkers see you away from work, present the image you want for yourself at work.
200
Why is it important to ask for a letter of reference? a) You wouldn't ask for a letter of reference because you are leaving your job. b) If you did well, the letter will be positive. c) If there were problems, at least you will know what he/she will say about you to future employers. d) Both A and B e) Both B and C
Both B and C; Make this request to your supervisor before you leave. If you did well, the letter will be positive, and it is much easier to get now. If there were problems, at least you will know what he or she will say about you to future employers.
200
True/False: Many people get fired because they could not do the work.
False; Few people get fired because they could not do the work. Employers tend to hire people they think can do the job and then give them time to learn it.
300
Getting to work on time, following an expected work schedule, and knowing what duties you are supposed to be performing are examples of what employer expectation?
Dependability.
300
Which of the following is NOT a reason people get fired: a) Unable to get along with other workers. b) Could not do the work. c) Abuse of alcohol or drugs. d) Coming in early and staying late.
Coming in early and staying late. Get to work a few minutes early. Use this time to list what you plan to get done that day. At the end of the day, leave a few minutes after quitting time. If you stay late, let the boss know and stay late only when you have an important deadline to meet.
300
Name one extra thing you can do to help get ahead.
Be early and stay late; Be enthusiastic, Ask for more responsibility; Ask how you can earn more money; Ask for training; Get measurable results.
300
True/False: When you give notice you are leaving your job, you still must complete all your job responsibilities while working at your job.
True; This is especially important if you are working on an individual project or a team effort. Be prepared to train a new person in your job.
300
Which of the following are acceptable to do while working: a) Making personal phone calls. b) Paying bills. c) Coming back late from lunch. d) None of the above.
None of the above; You are paid to get a job done. Making personal phone calls, paying bills, coming back late from lunch, or talking to other staff about what you did last weekend are not what you are being paid to do. Although some socializing on the job is common, you can easily overdo it!
400
True/False: It is acceptable to discuss personal activities and problems at home in the workplace.
False; Keep personal activities and problems at home.
400
True/False: Dishonesty is one of the top reasons employers give for firing someone.
True; More employers are now screening applicants to eliminate people who have been dishonest with previous employers. Employers don't want to pay someone who steals from them or can't be trusted.
400
What are some ways to ask for more responsibility? a) Ask a same-level co-worker for advice. b) Volunteer to help out in ways you feel will make you more valuable to the organization. c) Let your parents know you want to move up. d) None of the above.
Volunteer to help out in ways you feel will make you more valuable to an organization. As soon as you begin a new job, look for ways to learn new things. Let the boss know you want to move up and ask for advice about what you can do to be more valuable to your organization!
400
How can you look for another job before quitting? a) Update your resume. b) Set up interviews before and after work. c) Take vacation time to look for jobs. d) All of the above.
d) All of the above; If possible, begin your job search while you are still employed. You can update your resume, set up interviews before and after work, or take vacation time to look.
400
Other than a letter of resignation, what might be a good idea to send your employer when you leave your job? a) Contact Information b) Magazine Subscription c) Thank-You Note d) Both A and C
Both A and C; Your past employer may need to contact you regarding a paycheck, a reference or paper work. It is a good idea to leave contact information with your past employer. Many people will help you throughout your life in large and small ways. Let them know you appreciate it and send a thank-you note!
500
We learned that being willing to take on additional responsibilities will show an employer they made the right choice hiring you. What can you do to show you are willing to take on additional responsibilities?
Try your best to do something extra when you are asked. Volunteer for tasks that allow you to learn something new.
500
Which of the following statements is false? a) Substance abuse is a major problem in some organizations. b) When an employee is absent, it disrupts the work of others. c) Many employers list "unable to get along with others" among the top reasons for firing someone d) Employers tend to hire people they think can do the job and give them time to learn it.
"Many employers list 'unable to get along with others' among the top reasons for firing someone" is false. It is often a factor, but very few employers list it among the top reasons for firing someone.
500
How can you "get measurable results" to move up at your job? a) Keep records of what you do. b) Look for ways to present what you do in numbers. c) Both A and B d) Neither A or B
Both A and B; Keep records of what you do! Compare them to past performance of average performance of others in similar situations. If your results look good, send a report to your supervisor. Look for ways to present what you do in numbers, such as dollars saved and percentage of sales increased.
500
How much notice should you give an employer? a) Two Weeks notice b) One week notice c) 30 days notice if possible d) A or C
A or C; Once you decide to leave, give 30 days notice if at all possible. Two weeks notice is the minimum you should give.
500
Which of the following is important to include in a letter of resignation? a) Your final date of employment. b) Your reason for leaving. c) Your personal thanks. d) Both A and B e) A,B and C
A, B and C; When writing a letter of resignation, it is important to include your final date of employment, your reason for leaving, and your personal thanks for the skills you have learned, for the supervisor's support and for your co-worker's help.
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