Essential Workplace Skills
Being on time
Punctual
True or false, different skills may be needed for different jobs?
True
How early should you arrive for an interview?
10 to 15 minutes
What is minimum wage?
Bonus: What is Minimum wage in Illinois for individuals under 18 years old
The least amount an employee can earn per hour
Bonus: $12/Hour
How do I find a job application?
Go to the business or on the internet
Trustworthy and reliable
Dependable
What can you do to remember what tasks have been assigned to you?
Asking questions and taking notes helps you to understand and remember what tasks are expected of you
You should wear this even if you're just going in to pick up an application.
Nice pants, shoes, clean shirt with no graphics
What is net pay?
Amount you earn after taxes and deductions have been taken out
What are physical traits or skills you should wear to an interview
Smile, eye contact, handshake, general good manners
Verbal, nonverbal, body language
Communicaton
True or False
It is important to understand the job requirements before applying to a job?
True
How can you show an employer you are interested during the interview?
ask questions and take notes
What is gross Pay?
Amount you earn before taxes or deductions are taken out
Needing little supervision and the ability to work mostly on your own
Independent
Ability to stay calm
Controlling emotions
Why is important to know your strengths and weaknesses
It is important to show that you are human and that you know your self and your abilities
What should you do if you have a family emergency and you cannot make it to your interview?
Call and let them know and ask to reschedule
Form a payment that is most secure
Direct Deposit
How do I find out if a company is hiring?
Check website on internet
Call and ask
Can be counted on to follow the rules, tell the truth and do what is right
Honest and trustworthy
How do you find out what job skills are required for certain jobs before you interview
Ask employer, check the website
How should you address an employer or interviewer in person or in an email?
Mr. Ms. Mrs. or preferred name
What is an example of a deduction commonly found on a paycheck?
Health Insurance, Life insurance, Retirement, Union Dues
How can you show your boss that you are a team player
Take initiative, pitch in, complete task not assigned to you
Working together to reach a goal or solve a problem
Teamwork
3 examples of skills that every employer looks for
Dependable
Honest
Hard worker
Problem solving skills
Positive attitude
What is a reference?
A person who is not related to you that can tell a future employer what your strengths are
How can you tell if your getting paid correctly?
Check the hours and Hourly wage on your pay stub
When choosing references, who are people I can ask to be my reference?
Teacher, coach, past supervisor, family friend
Brainstorming, reasoning, applying and evaluating information
Critical thinking/problem solving
What skills do you need to be a cashier?
Friendly, understanding money, ability to stand for long periods of times, problem solving, trustworthy
What are 3 steps to getting a job?
Researching the job qualifications
Filling out an application
Making a good impression on the employer
Totals all of the deductions which have been withheld from an individual’s paycheck from January 1 to the last day of the pay period indicated on the paycheck stub.
Year to Date
How do you build good relationships with your co-workers?
Work together, offer help, show support, be honest, kind and friendly