Hard / Soft Skills
Professionalism
Resume
Job Fair
Elevator Pitch
100
What type of verbal communication do you see in the pictures?
- Greeting others / introducing self
- Virtual / Zoom communication
100
True or false: This outfit is appropriate to wear for a job interview.
False: T-shirts with a logo, leggings, and tennis shoes are casual and not appropriate to wear to a job interview.
100
Who is someone you can put as a reference on your resume?
A. Peer
B. Doctor
C. Staff / current or past managers
D. All of the above
C. Staff / current or past managers
100
True or false: It doesn't really matter what you wear to a job fair.
False: It is important to make a good first impression by dressing professionally when meeting with employers.
100
How long should your introduction (elevator pitch) be?
A. 5 minutes
B. 2 minutes
C. 30 - 60 seconds
D. 5 - 10 minutes
C. 30 - 60 seconds
200
What is an example of a soft skill (communication skill)?
A. leaderships skills
B. working as a team
C. customer service
D. all of the above
D. all of the above
200
What type of dress code do you see at TASC?
casual or business casual
200
What are two examples of personal information that is needed on your resume?
Full name, address, phone number, email, personal references
200
What could you say if you need more time answering an interview question?
A. Can I have a moment to think about this?
B. I don't know.
C. Ignore the question.
A. Can I have a moment to think about this?
200
What is one job skill strength that you could describe and share during an interview?
1. customer service
2. organization
3. leadership
4. professionalism
5. handling money
300
What do you do if a customer asks you a question and you can't answer it?
Find someone who can answer the question (another co-worker, staff, or manager/supervisor)
300
What type of body language should you have during an interview?
- Sit / stand with good posture
- Avoid looking, tired, annoyed, or bored
- Make eye contact when speaking / listening
300
What can you list under prior work experience?
Past jobs, volunteer activities, or training experiences
300
What is 1 question you might be asked during an interview?
A. What did you eat for breakfast?
B. What are your strengths?
C. How much do you want to be paid.
B. What are your strengths?
300
Practice how you would introduce yourself to a hiring manager or an employer.
Give eye contact and initiate a handshake
"Hello, my name is _______. I am interested in applying for a job."
400
What type of non-verbal communication do you see in the pictures?
Active listening and professional appearance
400
Which outfits are best to wear during an interview or at a job fair?
#2
- skirt and a blouse
- button up or polo shirt with dress pants
400
What skills have you learned from current or past jobs?
- stocking
- cleaning / organizing
- handling money
- customer service
400
Is one resume enough to bring to a job fair? Why or why not?
No. It is important to bring multiple copies as back up or in case you are interested in applying to more than one company.
400
What should you say after meeting with a hiring manager and before leaving an interview?
Examples:
1. Thank you for your time.
2. It was nice meeting you.
3. Hope to hear from you soon.
4. Here is a copy of my resume.
500
What is an example of a hard skill?
Hint: A skill that you have been trained to do.
Examples:
- organizing / restocking
- using the register / counting money
- using a computer
- using a printer / making copies
500
Give 3 examples of personal hygiene that will improve your appearance when preparing for a job interview.
Examples:
- washing / styling your hair
- showering
- wearing perfume, cologne, body spray
- wearing deodorant
- wearing clean clothes
- brushing your teeth
500
How many pages should your resume be?
1 page
500
What is one question that you can ask the employer?
Examples:
1. What is your dress code?
2. What positions do you have available?
3. What skills are required to work here?
4. What are the duties of the job?
500
Practice your elevator pitch by introducing yourself.
Hint:
Hello, my name is __________.
I am interested in applying to your __________ position.
I have experience in __________.
Can you tell me more about this position?
Here is a copy of my resume.
Thank you for your time. I hope to hear from you soon.
Example:
Hello, my name is Michelle.
I am interested in applying to your sales associate position.
I have experience in organizing and handling money.
Can you tell me more about this position?
Here is a copy of my resume.
Thank you for your time. I hope to hear from you soon.