Resumes
True or false- A resume is a living document.
Ex: True! You can always edit it and add your newest experience.
How would you define "interview"?
Ex: A conversation between you and other people at a job to see if you are a good fit for their position.
Jimmy really enjoys working with his dad in the garage, fixing up cars and using tools. What Holland Code is this?
Ex: Realistic.
I am the degree that you get after spending 4 years in college.
Ex: Bachelor's Degree
How would you define the word "career"?
Ex: Job
1-2 pages.
Why is it important to dress professionally for a job interview?
Ex: Because it shows that you are dressing for the job that you want. Your appearance can leave an impression.
Elizabeth's friends says that she gives the best advice and is always willing to help them through their problems. What might be Elizabeth's Holland Code?
Ex: Social
I am what you receive after you complete your 12th grade year.
Ex: High School Diploma
True or false- Your interests may shift as you grow older.
Ex: True!
Ex: The education section
True or False- An interview is only for a potential employer to ask you questions. You should not be asking them questions.
Ex: False. Although it is important that you answer their questions, you also should ask them questions so you can get a better feel for the job.
Ed has always loved conducting experiments in Science and has considered a future job in a lab to create new medicine. What might his Holland code be?
Ex: Investigative
I am the degree that you would receive after completing 2 years of college.
Ex: Associates degree
What is one goal that you have for your career?
Ex: a particular job, earning money, etc.
In this section, you would talk about the previous jobs and roles that you have had.
Ex: The experience section
You're in an interview with a potential employer. Give me two examples that shows that you are prepared for your interview.
Ex: You are dressed professionally, cell phone off and away, you bring multiple copies of your resume.
Britney's favorite thing to do is create art and be organized. She loves to sing and paint, and really enjoys tidying up her art supply closet. What might be Britney's 2 Holland Codes?
Ex: Artistic and Conventional
After getting your bachelor's degree, this degree may be awarded to you after you complete another 2-3 years in a program.
Ex: Master's
Can you name a few skills that someone should have for any job?
Ex: Being on time, being organized, ability to work with others, etc.
Ex: 20 seconds. Sometimes even less than 10 seconds.
Your potential employee asks you to talk about one strength that you have, and also one weakness. What would you say?
Ex: Strength- I am adaptable and can work in any environment.
Weakness- I sometimes take on too much work because I want to help. Lately, I have been prioritizing my tasks and time management to help with that.
Ryan has been selling cars for the past few years. Because of his success, he is thinking of owning his own business. What might his Holland Code be?
Ex: Enterprising
If you complete another 3-4 years in another program after earning your Master's, you could earn this degree.
Why is it important to know what your Holland Code is?
Ex: So that you know what jobs you may have in the future.