Class Topics #1

Goals

100

What is a goal?

Something you want to work towards, accomplish, and achieve in your life

200

How should all your goals be stated?

Clearly and detailed

300

Why do you think it is important to set goals?

Setting goals helps you to organize your time and resources. It also helps motivate you to accomplish things that matter.

400

What could you do if your goal seems out of reach?

-Imagine yourself achieving your goal 

-Remind yourself daily of the WHY for your goal

-Get support

-Take a break/day off

500

Why might the same goal not be right for everyone?

Everyone is different and has their own way of doing things

 

Brainstorming

100

What does brainstorming mean?

To think about and try to come up with ideas or solutions to a problem, either on your own or in a group

200

What are different ways to brainstorm?

-Writing down your ideas

-Making charts/ diagrams

-Discussing your ideas with others

-Etc.

300

Imagine you have a big project coming up. You are working in a group and writing out multiple ideas for your project. Is this an example of brainstorming?

Yes! You are working in a group to come up with different ideas

400

List at least three things you brainstorm for when at school

-Projects

-Writing

-Solving a problem

-Etc.

500

Describe a time when you have had to brainstorm either in a group or individually

:)

Interviews

100

What is the #1 thing you should bring with you to every interview?

Resume

200

When arriving to an interview, is showing up early okay to do?

Yes, no earlier than 5 minutes

300

Imagine you are being interviewed and get asked, "What did you like least about your previous position?" You respond with "I hated the job and company. They were awful to work for." Do you think this is an acceptable response?

No, it is important not to badmouth the companies or people you worked for because you do not know what relationships they may have with the company you are interviewing with

400

List at least three things you should do BEFORE an interview

-Fill out an application

-Build your resume if you do not have one

-Practice!

-Get plenty of rest the night before

-Research the company (find out more about them)

-Know your strengths

-Dress for Success (dress appropriately for that specific job)

-Etc.

500

List at least three things you should do DURING an interview

-Introduce yourself

-Be professional, positive, and confident 

-Smile! :)

-Listen/pay attention

-Ask questions if needed 

-Use your manners

-Etc.

Communication

100

What is communication?

The ability to transfer information from one place, person, or group to another

200

Name at least one example of a gesture

-Thumbs up/down

-Wave

-High five

300

Name two ways we communicate

-Verbal (Talking, etc.)

-Nonverbal (Body language, gestures, facial expressions, etc.)

-Visuals (Graphs/charts, pictures, drawings, etc.)

-Written (Letters, emails, social media, books, texting, etc.)

400

What do facial expressions do?

Tell us how someone is feeling

500

What are some ways you can improve your communication skills? 

:)

Disney

100

Which character in Frozen likes warm hugs?

Olaf!

200

Name this movie

Trolls

300

He is Simba's uncle, Mufasa's brother, and the villain of the movie. Who is he?

Scar

400

Name this movie 

Coco

500

Name three Disney princesses

-Pocahontas                -Belle

-Elsa                          -Cinderella

-Rapunzel                   -Snow White

-Aurora                       -Ariel

-Jasmine                     -Mulan

Random Facts

100

Which state is the largest state in the U.S.A?

Alaska

200

What is the fastest animal in the world?

The Cheetah

300

Which fast food restaurant has the most locations in the U.S.?

Subway

400

What is the most popular pie in America?

Apple Pie

500

What ice cream place is popular for having 32 different ice cream flavors?

Baskin Robbins