What color ink should you use on a written job application?
Blue or black ink
What does disability disclosure mean?
Providing information to an employer about your disability.
True or False - A resume should be one page long.
False - unless you are searching for an internship, recent college grad, looking for entry level job, new to the workforce.
What should you do with your phone before an interview?
Turn it off or leave in your vehicle.
This business is known for a helpful smile in every aisle.
Hyvee
Who should you NOT use for references?
Parents and Siblings.
True or False - You should always disclose your disability in an interview.
False - you do not need to disclose unless you will need accommodations for the interview.
How long does the average recruiter spend reviewing a resume?
6 seconds
How should you dress for an interview?
Equal or nicer than the job for which you are applying.
Just Do It.
Nike
How often should your resume be updated?
You should keep it updated with new employment and education information.
Should you disclose your disability if offered a position?
Only if you know you will need accommodations to perform the job.
Should you include references on your resume?
No – provide the references on a separate paper once asked.
What should you send after an interview?
A thank you note or email.
Better ingredients. Better pizza.
Papa John's
Give examples of 2 forms of identification you need to start a job:
Photo ID and either birth certificate or social security card.
Do you need to share information with your coworkers about your disability?
No - it should be a need to know basis as you have the right to your privacy as this is confidential information.
Which of these words is NOT an action verb? Developed, Detail-Oriented, Organized.
Detail-oriented
What is a good follow up question to ask at end of an interview?
Examples:
1. When will you have a hiring decision made?
2. What do you like and dislike about working here?
3. What is a typical day like in this position?
Freaky Fast
Jimmy John's
How do you prepare for a zoom interview?
Examples - face is lit up, dressed up like an actual interview, no distractions, clean background.
What do you call the law that protects against job discrimination due to disability?
American with Disabilities Act
What mistake leads to 76% of resumes being discarded?
Using an unprofessional email address.
What information about the company should you gather ahead of time?
Review the website for info on what the business does, mission statement, and company values.
You're in good hands.
All State Insurance