Careers
What is a short term goal?
A goal accomplished in one year.
What is a Job?
An employment position obtained mainly to earn money.
What is a paycheck?
A payment given with a paper check with a paycheck stub attached.
What are taxes?
Compulsory charges imposed on citizens by local, state, and federal governments.
When does your interview start?
It starts before you walk into the employer's door.
What is a career?
A commitment to a profession which requires continued training and offers a clear path for occupational growth.
What characteristics can employers not discriminate against? (4 things)
Race, Color, Religion, Gender
What is a pay period?
The length of time for which an employee´s wages are calculated, most are weekly, bi-weekly, twice a month, or monthly.
Medicare is based upon a % of what?
Gross Income
What are examples of illegal questions asked?
Child Care, Martial Status, Police Records, and Criminal History
When researching a career you should ask what questions?
Are there opprotunities for advancement? Does it pay enough? What are the educational requirements? What are the working conditions?
When should you write NA on your application?
When a question does not apply to you.
What are two methods employers may use to pay employees.
- paycheck
- direct deposit
What 2 things make up income tax?
Federal Income Tax and State Income Tax.
What is the average time it takes a manager to determine if an applicant should have an interview while reading their resume?
20 seconds
What can you look at to find many different careers and jobs?
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Three main factors influencing future job opportunities?
Population, Labor Force, Demand for goods and services.
How much of ones paycheck is deducted?
Almost 31%
What is FICA Tax?
It includes 2 separate taxes social security and medicare.
What should you not do at an interview.
Crush Water Bottles
What do you want to make sure when deciding a career?
Many opportunities to grow
To receive a paycheck you must
Complete a W4 and complete a form I-9
What is year-to-date?
Total of the deductions which have been withheld from an individuals paycheck from January 1 to the last day of the pay period indicated on the paycheck stub.
What is Federal Withholding Tax?
The amount required by law for employees to withhold from earned wages to pay taxes, and the amount of money deducted depends on the amount earned and information provided on the w4.
They should be in a attachment NOT on the actual resume.