Networking
Resume Info
Career Terminology
Interview IQ
100

The #1 platform to connect with other professionals

What is Linkedin

100

This section usually appears near the top of a resume

What is the header/contact information section?

100

This document is typically sent alongside a resume to explain why you are interested in a specific position.

What is a cover letter?

100

This four-part method can help you organize your response to a situational question.

What is the STAR method

200

You want want to speak with a professional about their role, you ask for a...?

What is a Coffee Chat

200

These are typically listed in reverse chronological order, with your most recent position appearing first.

What is Work Experience?

200

An event where companies gather to advertise jobs & hire eligible candidates

What is Career Fair

200

You are asked, “Why do you want to work here?” A strong answer should demonstrate that you have done this.

What is researched the company/role?

300

The act of calling a professional in a company to pitch yourself

What is Cold Calling

300

The recommended amount of pages your resume should be.

What is 1 page?

300

This person or organization can provide a professional recommendation about your skills, character, or work experience.

What is a Reference?

300

An interviewer asks a question you don't fully understand. This is a professional thing you can do instead of guessing what they mean.

What is ask for clarification?
400

What you should do after a meaningful networking conversation to show appreciation and keep the relationship going.

What is a Follow Up

400

The time range (in secs) recruiters use to scan your resume

What is 6 - 10 secs

400

This term describes the process of finding and attracting potential candidates for an open position.

What is recruitment?

400

After an interview, you are expected to ask this to your interviewer

What is follow up questions?

500

A short introduction tells someone who you are, what you do, and what you're interested in professionally.

What is an Elevator Pitch

500

This three-part formula can help turn a basic resume bullet into a stronger accomplishment statement:

What is Action + Task + Result/ Impact?

500

This person helps guide your professional development by sharing their knowledge, experience, and advice.

Who is a mentor?

500

You are asked, “Tell me about a time you failed.” Instead of pretending you've never failed, a strong answer should focus on what happened, what you did afterward, and ...

What is What You Learned?