What is the name for Fees charged by an organization to unite employees?
What are union dues?
100
How many resumes should you bring to an interview?
1 - 3 (could have more than 1 interviewer)
100
Give 2 examples of Non-Profit organizations
YMCA, Terra Centre, Suit Yourself, Re-use, Foodbank, etc.
200
What is the paper showing earnings and deductions from a payroll check called?
What is check stub? (pay stub)
200
What is the term for cumulative time given to employees as sick days with pay?
Sick Leave/Healthcare leave
200
True/False. According to popular opinion, you SHOULD NOT have a hobbies section on your resume.
True
200
Provide 3 examples of good non-verbal communication.
eye contact, posture, smiling, no nervous behaviors(twirling hair, jittering leg)
300
What is the minimum wage for waiter/waitresses?
9.20 an hour
300
If you make under 35000 a year, what percentage do you lose in tax?
15%
300
T/F. Employers are most likely to contact you via email if they want to set up an interview.
False. #1 method is by phone.
300
What is the first thing an employer notices at an interview?
Applicant's appearance (professional dress)
400
What is "Net Income"
The amount you make AFTER deductions
400
What two types of deductions will often be taken off of your paycheque?
Employment Insurance, Vacation pay
400
What should always accompany a resume on an online application?
Cover Letter
400
The most popular way of finding a job is through _____
Networking
500
What is "Gross Income"
The amount you make BEFORE deductions
500
How long is Maternity/Paternity leave in Alberta?
Approximately 1 year.
Birth mothers can take up to 52 consecutive weeks of unpaid job-protected leave.
Fathers and/or adoptive parents are eligible for up to 37 consecutive weeks of unpaid parental leave.
500
In General, the work experience on your resume should not be from more than ____ years ago.
5-7 years
500
What should you do if you do not know who to address your cover letter to?