Interviewing
What are the two purposes of an interview?
1) For the employer to see if you are right for the job and 2) for you to see if the job is right for you
What is income?
All the money you earn in a month
Name one job search engine
Indeed
What are checks used by employers to verify the accuracy of the information you provide on your resume or job application?
Background checks
If you are still in high school, how many hours per week are you likely able to work?
20 or Part-time
Name two common interview questions
Tell me about yourself
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Rent, food, and basic clothing are all examples of?
a need
What does SS# stand for on a job application?
Social Security Number
Name three types of people who would be appropriate to list as a reference:
Teachers, mentors, previous employers, neighbors who you have done work for
What is a first impression?
The opinion an employer forms of you within 30 seconds based on your clothes, handshake, voice, and body language.
Deductions
The most important thing to have in an interview or be able to fake in an interview is
CONFIDENCE
All proper nouns (names, cities, states, etc) must be...
Capitalized
Why is it important to make sure you write your email address and phone number clearly?
So that the employer can read it and will be able to contact you!
Name two things you should do at the end of an interview
Ask questions, ask about follow up, thank the interviewer, shake hands, get a business card
What is credit?
Borrowed money that you must pay back with interest.
What is an elevator pitch?
A short speech that tells an employer what skills you have and answers the question "tell me about yourself"
What type of writing utensil should you complete a paper application in?
Pen
An application for Walmart asks if you have any extra certifications or training. Would you leave that question blank if you do not have any extra certifications or training?
Do NOT leave it blank, write "none" or "N/A"
What should you do when you are asked a negative interview question?
Give an answer that turns the negative into a positive
Your rent should never exceed ________ percent of your income.
30
Typically how many jobs/careers will someone have in their lifetime?
Typically 7-10
How do you answer the following questions on a job application "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?"
NO
Name at least four components to your resume:
1.Your name and contact information 2. Education 3. Skills 4. Previous work experience 5. Awards