College Knowledge
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
What is one job you’ve thought about doing in the future?
Unique to Student
What is a “soft skill”?
Personal skills like communication, teamwork, responsibility
What should you wear to a job interview?
Professional or business casual clothing
What is one monthly expense adults have to pay?
Rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, insurance
Name one type of postsecondary school (other than a 4-year college).
Community college, trade school, technical school, military, apprenticeship
What is a “career cluster”?
A group of careers with related skills or interests
Give an example of teamwork.
Working on a group project, helping coworkers
Why is it important to make eye contact in an interview?
Shows confidence and respect
True or False: Credit cards are free money.
False
What does FAFSA help students with?
Applying for financial aid
Which Holland Code type might fit someone who likes art, music, or drama?
Artistic
Why is time management important at College or work?
Helps meet deadlines, reduces stress, increases productivity; No one is doing it for you.
“Tell me about yourself” is a common interview question. What could you say?
Brief summary of background, skills, goals
Why is it important to make a budget?
To track spending, save money, avoid debt
True or False: You must decide your college major before you apply.
False
What is the difference between a “job” and a “career”?
A job is short-term work; a career is long-term with growth.
What is one way to handle conflict with a classmate or coworker?
Talk it out, compromise, ask for help if needed.
What’s one question you could ask the interviewer?
Examples: What’s the work environment like? What are growth opportunities?
Name one form of transportation people use to get to work or school.
Car, bus, bike, walking, train
What is one difference between a community college and a university?
Community colleges usually offer 2-year degrees; universities offer 4-year and graduate degrees
Name one factor that might influence someone’s career choice.
Family, money, interests, values, skills, location
What’s the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication?
Verbal = spoken/written words; Nonverbal = body language, tone, gestures
What should you always do after an interview?
Send a thank-you note or email
You earn $2,000 a month. Rent is $800. How much do you have left for other expenses?
$1,200