AJC
The address of the Jackson AJC
1124 Whitehall Street Jackson TN
True or False: You do not have to be able to pass a drug test to be job ready
False
true or false, making eye contact during an interview is not a good idea
False
Name a way to show leadership at work
give example
name a question you should ask the employer during an interview
example
Name 2 examples of good body language during an interview
•It is customary to give a firm handshake; this projects confidence
•Sit up straight and/or lean slightly forward in your chair
•Let hands lie loosely on your lap or place them on the armrests of the chair
•Make eye contact
•Smile; show your enthusiasm by keeping an interested expression
•Look at all the interview participants
Interpersonal skills are the behaviors and tactics a person uses to interact with others effectively. In the business world, the term refers to an employee's ability to work well with others. Interpersonal skills range from communication and listening to attitude
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
name at least 5 components of job readiness (that we discussed)
•Knowing the job you want
•Skills
•Resume
•Cover Letter
•3 professional references
•Master Application
•Online Assessments
•Drug Test
•Childcare
•Social Security Card
•Birth Certificate
•Identification
•Certificates
•Diploma
•Interview Attire
Name 4 common interview questions
example
Name 6 examples of soft skills that we discussed
•Critical Thinking
•Communication
•Interpersonal Skills
•Leadership
•Work Ethic
•Time Management
•Conflict Resolution
•Responsibility
•Adaptability
Name at least 4 services we offer at the AJC
•Job Search Assistance
•Business Services
•Labor Market Info
•Training
•Resource Room
•Community Partners
Name appropriate interview attire for women and men
examples
the 3 types of interviews
Phone, panel, In person
Name and effective way to resolve conflict in the workplace
example
How many counties in the State of Tennessee have access to American Job Centers?
95
name 3 documents you should have prepared for an interview
example
the way to answer questions about your background during an interview
•“I served [X] years of time at a correctional facility [X] years ago.
•Here’s what I learned from it [list two to three learning lessons].
•Here’s how I changed my life [point to two to three tangible examples/proof of change].
•Here’s how I’ll bring value to your company [mention two to three ways you’ll contribute]...”
the difference between soft skills & hard skills
hard skills are technical skills, softs skills in the workplace usually deal with human interaction—essentially working well with other people and having a good attitude toward your work and work environment in a variety of ways.