Selling Yourself
Which is more important - hard skills or soft skills?
What is the first step in finding a job?
a) Filling out an application
b) Writing a cover letter
c) Deciding what type of job is good for you
c) Deciding what type of job is good for you
Body language is:
a) making eye contact
b) giving a firm handshake
c) standing up straight
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
How do most people feel when someone criticizes them?
a) calm
b) hurt (feelings)
c) happy
b) Most people feel hurt. Criticism makes us feel exposed and vulnerable.
How many different types of Resumes are there??
Chronological
Functional/Skill
Combination
Master
True or False? Having a good attitude and communicating well are examples of soft skills.
True. Soft skills are personal qualities or "people skills".
What is the best way to look for a job?
a) in the newspaper
b) online
c) word of mouth from friends or family
c) word of mouth
a) 3 seconds
b) 30 seconds
c) 3 minutes
a) 3 seconds (or less)
True or False? Usually there is some truth in criticism.
True. You may not agree but be open and listen then re-evaluate yourself and the criticism
How many Sections are in a resume
5 sections
Contact Information
Professional Summary
Key Qualifications
Work History
Education and Training
A goal should be:
a) detailed
b) measurable
c) realistic
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
True or False? All job advertisements on the Internet are real.
False. Scammers can place false ads online to get you to tell them your personal information.
True or False? You should arrive right on time for an interview.
False. You should arrive 10-15 minutes early.
True or False? It is important to focus on the message (of criticism) instead of your feelings.
True. Our feelings will make us defensive and not willing to listen.
True or False
Mass mailing your resume usually is not a successful way to contact employers
True
Going in Person
A person who is a "self-starter" and can think for themselves have:
a) communication skills
b) leadership skills
c) informational skills
b) leadership skills
True or False? If you can't answer a question on a paper job application, just leave it blank.
If you can't answer a question for an online job application, just leave it blank.
False. Answer every question. If a questions doesn't apply to you, write N/A.
Some online applications make you fill in certain sections so be prepared with an answer.
"Flustered" means:
a) not appropriate; not suitable
b) needing something very badly
c) stressed and nervous
c) stressed and nervous
True or False? Constructive criticism should be honest, but gentle.
True.
True or False
A cover letter is needed with every resume you mail
True, especially if that request one
Someone who works hard toward the company's goals has:
a) commitment
b) problem-solving skills
c) informational skills
a) commitment
True or False? You should be specific on a job application about what salary you want.
False. You shouldn't type in a number. Instead write "Open" so you can discuss it.
What should you do after an interview is over?
Write a thank you note.
When giving constructive criticism, you should start by saying something positive about the person and end by saying something positive about the person.
True.
True or False
When handing in a resume to an employer, I can print my resume from Indeed
False, you need a professional working resume and Indeed does not qualify since it is their own template