Before You're Hired
Making a Good First Impression
The Resume
The Interview
Forms
100
What is a job application?
This form is required as part of the process of informing an employer of the applicant's availability and desire to be employed, and persuading the employer to offer the applicant an interview and ultimately employment
100
What is a first impression?
This is a person’s perception of you based on how you look when they first meet you
100
What color paper should a resume be printed on?
White or beige
100
What is eye contact?
This is regarded as a meaningful form of nonverbal communication
100
What is an employee handbook?
This is the book that you use when you need to find information on most company policies and procedures
200
What is an "involuntary separation"?
This is another way of saying that you were fired from a previous job
200
How should you wear your hair?
Hair should be clean and combed. No unnatural colors or styles.
200
What are some things that should ALWAYS be on your resume?
Name, address, telephone/cell number, email address, previous work experience and education
200
What are things I should never take into an interview with me?
Pets, children, cell phones, puzzle/coloring books
200
What is a voided check or deposit slip?
This is one of the forms that must be attached to the Direct Deposit Authorization form to verify account details for payroll purposes
300
What is being dishonest?
Doing this on a job application could lead to dismissal from your job after you've been hired
300
What should you do immediately before entering a business for an interview?
Be sure your cell phone is turned off and put away
300
What are an inappropriate email addresses?
2fancy4u@gmail.com BigPimpin@e-mail.com
300
Who is the receptionist?
This person is the first person you might come in contact with when entering a business for an interview. This person is VERY important person in my interview process.
300
What is the purpose of the I-9 Form?
The purpose of this form is to document that each new employee (both citizen and non-citizen) hired after November 6, 1986, is authorized to work in the United States.
400
What are things an employer should never hear or see?
Inappropriate language/music or an inappropriate email address
400
What are some things you should do while getting ready for an interview (hygiene)?
Bathe, put on deodorant, clean ears, brush your teeth, clean finger nails, brush and fix hair, little or no perfume.
400
How long should a resume usually be?
One page
400
What are some things an interviewer should not ask?
Marital status, age, nationality, religion, plans on having children
400
What is the purpose of the W-4 form?
This form is required so that your employer can withhold the correct federal income tax from your pay.
500
What is signing the application?
By doing this on an application, you are agreeing that everything you have included is true and honest and gives the employer permission to verify anything you have submitted
500
What are acceptable interview outfits?
Women-Dark pants/skirt, blouse, blazer, cardigan, classic bag, dress shoes Men-Dark slacks, dress shirt, tie, belt, dress shoes
500
Which job should be listed first on a chronological resume?
Your most recent job
500
What is an appropriate answer for "Tell me a little about yourself."?
I'm a real go-getter. I work well on a team and alone. I enjoy working with people in a fast paced environment.
500
What is the purpose of the NC4 form?
This form is required so that your employer can withhold the correct state income tax from your pay