Teamwork
Always treat your teammates with:
respect
communication involves giving information AND:
receiving information (listening, watching, paying attention)
What should you wear to an interview?
clean, ironed clothes
dress pants (not jeans), button up dress shirt/blouse, skirt (not short), nice shoes, no logos
What are 2 things that should go on your resume?
Name, contact information, job/volunteer experience, education experience, skills/certifications, references
Why would a job interviewer want to know if you have your high school diploma (or equivalent)?
Reliability means:
people can count on you to get the job done
Name some types of communication:
verbal, aural, non-verbal, written, visual
When should you arrive for your job interview?
Between 10-15 minutes early
What color paper should you print your resume on?
White
Where are 2 places you can look for jobs?
newspaper, online, in person, word of mouth
Teamwork makes the ____ ____!
Facial expressions, posture, and body language are all forms of what kind of communication?
Non-verbal
What is the first thing you should do when you meet an interviewer?
Who can you use for references?
Teachers, job coaches, former supervisors
Anyone who has seen your work and skills
Define:
Praise
Criticism
Feedback
Praise: an expression of approval
Criticism: an expression of disapproval based on perceived mistakes or faults
Feedback: information about a person's performance of a task-used primarily as a basis for improvement
Participation means:
You are prepared and get involved in team activities.
Name some types of written communication:
journals, text messages, emails, letters, blogs
What are some questions you can ask the interviewer?
Answers vary.
How far back should you go on your resume?
Between 10-15 years
What would you do if a customer needs help or can't find something?
Help them find it, or find a coworker who can help them.
Name some elements of teamwork:
being reliable, good communication, participation, sharing information, flexibility
True or False:
You can greet and talk to your interviewer the same way you would greet and talk to your friends and family.
FALSE!
You want to address your employer in a more formal way.
How should your hair look for an interview?
Clean, washed, brushed/combed
Not messy.
Should you use the same resume for different job types you're applying to?
No. You always want to change the resume to fit the job you are applying for.
What should you do if you make a mistake at work?
Talk to your supervisor about it, apologize, and learn from your mistake