Jobs & Interviews
Name one thing you should NOT say in a job interview
Anything negative about past jobs/bosses OR “I just need money”
What’s a few reason to save money?
What is: Emergencies, bills, future goals
What’s one sign of a healthy relationship?
Respect, communication, trust
Your boss asks you to stay late but you can’t, what do you say?
“I can’t today, but I can help another time” (honest + respectful)
What’s one thing you should do every day to stay organized?
Use a planner, check schedule, set reminders
What do you do if you’re late to work?
Contact your supervisor ASAP, be honest, and give an ETA
What should you do before buying something expensive?
What is: Think it over, check your budget, compare prices
What should you do if someone crosses your boundary?
Speak up clearly and respectfully
A friend keeps interrupting you, what do you say?
“Hey, can I finish what I was saying?”
What should you do if you feel overwhelmed?
Take a break, breathe, ask for help
What should you say when you don’t know the answer to a question?
Be honest but try: “I’m not sure, but I would…” (show effort/problem-solving)
What is a budget?
What is: A plan for how you spend and save your money
What’s one way to handle conflict?
Stay calm, listen, talk it out instead of reacting
You don’t understand instructions, what do you say?
“Can you explain that again?” or “Can you show me?”
What’s one way to be responsible?
Follow through, be on time, complete tasks
Name one way to make a good first impression
Be on time, dress appropriately, eye contact, polite greeting
What’s something you should NOT spend all your money on?
Wants (fast food, clothes, games) before needs (rent, bills)
What’s something you should NOT do in a disagreement?
Yell, insult, ignore the other person
Someone says something that bothers you, what do you say?
“That made me uncomfortable” or “I didn’t like that”
What should you do if you make a mistake?
Take accountability and fix it
What’s one good question to ask at the end of an interview?
“What does a typical day look like?” or “What does success look like here?”
If you run out of money before payday, what’s a smart move?
Cut spending, ask for help if needed, adjust future budget
What’s one way to show respect in a relationship?
Listen, be honest, respect space
You need help but feel awkward asking, what do you say?
“Can you help me with this?” (direct + simple)
What’s one skill you need after graduation?
What is:Time management, communication, money management, self-advocacy