Resume
Does your Social Security number go on your resume?
No, you may need to show your card once you get the job but it doesn’t need to be on your resume.
How do you get a job interview?
Go into a business and fill out an application, Have a parent or friend recommend you for a job with someone they know, Call a business and ask if they are hiring.
What should you do if you really don’t get along with a person you work with?
Find something you have in common with that person, say encouraging things to them, help them when they need it. If those don’t work, avoid them if you can.
Are there apps you can use to help budget your money? Yes, RocketMoney is a good one.
Yes, RocketMoney is a good one.
What’s a website you can look on to find a job?
Indeed, ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn, CareerBuilder
How many pages should a resume be?
It’s best to keep it to one page.
What are some good questions to ask during the interview?
What will my roles be? How many hours can I work per week? How much training will I get?
How important is it to arrive on time?
This is very important b/c it shows your boss and coworkers that you value your job.
Why is it important to have a budget?
You want to make sure that you are able to use the money, that you work so hard for, to do the things you need to do- like pay rent, buy food, pay bills, etc. It’s also great to save so that you can do fun things as well, like going out to a movie, dinner with friends or buying gifts for someone you love.
Is it possible to find a job/career that you love?
Yes, think about things you enjoy doing or learning about and research how you can be involved.
What are some sections of a resume?
education, employment, community service or volunteer
Why is non-verbal behavior important and what is it?
Eye contact, sit upright and have open posture. This is important because it lets the interviewer know that you are interested in the opportunity.
Why is it important to get along well with the people you work with?
Companies often require their employees to collaborate. It is important that you can respect other people’s opinions and points of view in your place of employment
What is a budget?
A budget is a plan for managing income and expenses over a set time frame.
Why should benefit packages play a part in choosing a job?
Good health insurance at an affordable rate, a retirement savings plan and vacation time and sick days are important for the company/job you choose.
Once you create your resume, do you immediately share it?
No, you should ask friends or family to proofread it making sure you have correct spelling and grammar.
What should you do after interviewing with a company?
Follow up with those that interviewed you by sending a thank you email
What is teamwork?
Teamwork is when you work together with your coworkers to help make your company successful.
What are important first steps when creating a budget?
Add up the monthly income you expect from all sources. Next, categorize and add up the monthly expense you expect to pay. Finally, subtract expenses from income.
What is the event called where you can find a job?
Job fair
In what order should you list your past jobs on your resume?
They should be listed in reverse chronological order which means you list your most recent job and then work backwards.
When is the best time to arrive for an interview?
You should always be at least 10 minutes early. This allows you extra time to review your answers and get yourself calm and ready. Plus, the company will appreciate timeliness and being prompt
Should employees be reliable?
Yes, it is important that your company knows you will show up to work when scheduled and follow instructions when given
Once you have created your budget, should it stay the same month after month?
No, you should complete weekly budget check-ins to be sure you are on track for your budget goals. Also, review your budget once a month to see if your income or expenses have changed.
What is work/life balance and do you need it?
Work/life balance is exactly that, finding a balance between work and your home life. It is important so you not only find success and satisfaction at work, but also do things that make you happy and satisfied when you are not at work.