Resume & Cover Letter
The most effective resume format for recent graduates is often _____________.
Functional
Give an example of a professional subject line for a professional email?
"Job Application – Marketing Assistant Position"; Permission for Extra Credit; Updates about Schedule, etc.
Which of the following sentences uses correct punctuation?
A. I went to the store, and I bought apples.
B. I went to the store, I bought apples.
C. i went to the store and i bought apples!
A
What is a common question asked in job interviews?
"Tell me about yourself."
What is the appropriate way to greet a coworker?
A friendly "Hello" or "Good morning."
What is the recommended length for a cover letter?
One page
Give a sentence written in passive voice.
The song was played BY the band or etc.
In a formal email, how should you address the recipient?
A. Dear Mr Smith
B. dear mr smith:
C. Dear Mr. Smith
C
How should you dress for a job interview?
In professional attire.
How should you respond to a colleague's email?
Reply promptly and professionally.
Where should a professional summary be placed on a resume?
At the top, before education and experience
What is the first step to take when analyzing any workplace document?
Identify the main purpose
What is the correct way to punctuate the following sentence? "Lets eat Grandma."
A. Let's eat, Granma.
B. Let's eat, Grandma.
C. Lets eat, Grandma!
B. Let's eat, Grandma.
What should you do after an interview?
Send a thank-you email or note.
What is considered rude during a meeting?
Interrupting others while they are speaking.
Name so things that are NOT a part of a well-structured cover letter or resume?
Irrelevant personal details; unprofessional emails, innappropriate verbage, pictures, etc.
In business communication, your tone should always be _____________ and _____________.
Professional and courteous; have clarity and conciseness.
What punctuation mark is used to indicate a direct quotation? (someone is speaking)
Quotation marks ("")
What is the STAR method used for?
Answering behavioral interview questions (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
How should you handle personal phone calls at work?
Keep them short and, if possible, take them outside of work areas.
What should you use as a salutation when starting a cover letter?
“Dear Hiring Manager”
Give me a sentence written in active voice.
The band played the song; or etc.
Which of the following is the correct use of a semicolon?
A. I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
B. I have a big test tomorrow; and I can't go out tonight.
C. I have a big test tomorrow; because I can't go out tonight.
A. I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
Independent Clause 1: "I have a big test tomorrow" (It can stand alone as a complete sentence.)
Independent Clause 2: "I can't go out tonight" (It can also stand alone as a complete sentence.)
Close Relationship: The second clause ("I can't go out tonight") directly explains why the first statement is true (the reason for not going out is the test).
Function of the Semicolon: When two independent clauses are closely connected in meaning and are not joined by a coordinating conjunction (like and, but, or, for, so, yet), a semicolon is the correct punctuation mark to join them. It acts as a softer period or a stronger comma.
How early should you arrive for an interview?
10-15 minutes early.
What is the importance of punctuality at work?
It demonstrates respect for others' time and commitment to your job.