Occupations
What is the name of the job of someone who assists customers and ensures that products are organized on the shelf?
Store clerk/sales associate
Where is somewhere you can find job postings?
Online, in a newspaper, through our networks, through a job agency (Canadian Hearing Services), etc.
What is the name of the skill where you work well with others or work well in a team?
Teamwork/team player/collaboration!
When is a good time to arrive to a job interview?
Early or on time
Sally wants to apply for a job at a pet store. She loves pets and has experience walking her neighbours' dogs. Is she qualified to work at the pet store?
Yes! Sally has experience working with pets.
What is the name of the job of someone who is responsible for ensuring the comfort and safety of airplane passengers?
Flight attendant
What kind of attitude do you need to have when you are looking for a job?
What is the name of the skill where you guide and encourage other people to achieve a common goal?
Leadership!
What is something you should NOT wear to a job interview?
Sweatpants, sweatshirt, dirty shoes, flip flops, wrinkly/dirty clothes, too much make up, too much perfume...etc...
Benjamin wrote on his job application that he really doesn't like working with other people. Should he have written this on his application?
Benjamin should not have written this on his application because it is unprofessional. He should keep that information to himself or apply to a job where he can work independently.
What is the name of the job for someone who takes photos for weddings, landscapes, portraits, etc.
Photographer
Sally loves to paint and in the future she wants to go to art school so she can become a professional painter. Is this a realistic goal for Sally?
Yes!
What is the name of the skill where you are able to plan and prioritize your daily activities efficiently?
Organized!
True or false: it is okay to lie on a job application about your skills or experience.
False! You should never lie on an application because you will get caught and get in trouble or fired.
What is the name of the job of someone who leads, instructs, and motivates people in exercise activities?
Personal trainer/fitness assistant
What is an important document you should send to employers when looking for a job?
A resume or cover letter
What is the name of the skill that describes having a good outlook on work and being happy and positive?
A positive attitude!
What is it called when you look at your interviewer while you are communicating with them?
Eye contact
What is one thing you should put on your resume?
Name/contact information, previous job experience, schooling, extracurriculars, training, certificates etc.
What is the name of the job of someone who takes orders and delivers food and beverages to customers?
Waiter/waitress or server
What is the name of a community agency that can help you find a job?
Canadian Hearing Services
What is the name of the skill where you can use your imagination to create new ideas?
Creativity!
Dress pants/skirt and button up shirt/blouse, dress shoes/ballet flats.
Madison thinks it's a good idea to put on her application that she really needs money so the boss should hire her right away. Should she include this on her application?
Madison should not have done this. It is unprofessional and shows the boss that you don't care about the job--you just want the money.