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What is the ideal length of a resume for a high school graduate?
🔹 What is one page?
"Before your interview, researching this aspect of the company can help you tailor your answers and show genuine interest."
What is the company's background or history?
What is the purpose of a cover letter?
What is to introduce yourself and explain why you are a great fit for the job?
Where is a great place to look for entry-level job opportunities?
What is job boards like Indeed, company websites, or networking?
What is one way to make a great first impression at a new job?
What is arriving on time, dressing appropriately, and being polite?
What section highlights your name, phone number, and email?
What is the contact information section?
The first thing you should do when you walk into an interview.
What is shake hands and introduce yourself?
What should you always include at the beginning of a cover letter?
What is a greeting with the hiring manager’s name?
True or False: Social media can impact your job search.
What is True? (Employers may check your online presence.)
The best way to handle constructive criticism from a boss.
What is listening, staying professional, and using feedback to improve?
True or False: You should list every job you’ve ever had.
What is False? (Only include relevant or recent experience.)
What should you always do at the end of an interview?
What is ask at least one question about the company or position?
True or False: Your cover letter should repeat everything in your resume.
What is False? (It should expand on key points, not repeat them.)
The term for a short-term unpaid job that provides experience in a career field.
What is an internship?
True or False: It’s okay to call off work last minute for non-emergencies.
What is False? (Always give as much notice as possible and follow company policies.)
"Tailoring your resume by matching keywords from the job description helps you pass through this digital screening tool".
What is an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?
What is one question you should always be prepared to answer?
“Tell me about yourself”?
How should you close a cover letter?
What is with a strong closing statement and a call to action (e.g., "I look forward to discussing my qualifications further.")?
What is LinkedIn? (create an account and get a professional picture taken).
What should you do if you have a conflict with a coworker?
What is you addressing the issue professionally, stay calm, and seek a manager if needed?
The type of resume format best for someone with no job experience (Hint focuses on skills).
What is a Functional Resume?
What is a good way to show confidence during an interview .
What is sitting up straight, making eye contact, and speaking clearly?
What is one way to make your cover letter stand out?
What is tailoring it to the specific job and using keywords from the job posting?
What does “job shadowing” mean, and how can it benefit a job seeker?
What is following a professional in their daily tasks to learn about the job? It can help you gain experience and insight into a career path.
What is the best way to ask for a raise or promotion at work?
What is proving your value through hard work, reliability, and asking professionally with examples of your contributions?