Researching jobs
Before an interview, what should you do?
Research the company.
When you get an email from an employer asking you for an interview, what is the first thing you should do?
Write an email back. Set up an interview.
When you are being interviewed, you might feel...
Nervous, confident, calm
What are some job skills we work on in Voc Skills?
Following directions, time management, communication skills, non-verbal body language, respect, productivity
You are stocking shelves at your job and you can't remember where the item goes. What can you do?
Ask your coworker, boss, use the signs to figure it out, look around the store.
When you research the company, what information should you learn?
Hours of operation, history of the company, what kind of jobs they have, where they are located, etc.
What should you wear to an interview?
Nice, clean clothing. Dress shirt, dress pants, a skirt, or dress.
When you get into a conflict with a customer or coworker, what can you do?
Collaboration, Compromise, Avoidance, Communicate
True or False
You should arrive to work on time.
True
Talk to your boss. Ask for help. See if there is another way to complete the task.
Where would you find information about a company?
On the internet, in a magazine article, newspaper, flyer, talking to other employees, indeed
True or False
You should not focus on hygiene before an interview.
False
Your boss told you that you did a great job at work. What zone are you in?
Green zone
If you are working at Hannaford, what are some of the jobs you might do?
Cashier, stocking, returning carts, cleaning.
Your coworker is making you do all of their jobs while they nap in the break room. What do you do?
Talk to your boss.
What are two jobs you've learned about?
Stock person, cart collector, volunteer, pizza box builder.
On the day of the interview, what are two things you want to make sure to do?
Wear nice clothes, clean your body, brush your teeth, comb your hair, show up early, and be prepared.
How do you feel when you have learned how to do your job independently (without help)?
Happy (Green zone)
What do you bring to a hiring event?
Copies of your resume, copies of your cover letter, headshot (if needed), phone, pen and paper
You have a doctor's appointment and won't be able to make it to work on Friday. What do you need to do?
Let your boss know. Put in PTO time, if told so.
What would be considered proper body language to practice?
No slouching, siting up straight, eye contact, shoulders back but relaxed, head titled up facing the individual
True of False
When you arrive at the interview, you should introduce yourself and shake their hand.
True
When faced with work stress, what is one thing you can do to manage your stress?
Establish boundaries, Learn how to relax, Talk to your supervisor, Get some support, Take time to recharge
True or False
You can decide to not show up at work if there is an emergency without notice?
False
You were putting away items and one fell and broke making a mess on the floor.
Do you....
a) tell your boss
b) cry and leave work
c) clean it up
d) a & c
A & C