Resume/Reference page
What information needs to go on your reference page?
Header:
Employees name, Phone number, Email, and Address
3 References:
Name of employer, Job title, Companies name, Email, and Phone number.
What are 3 ways you can protect yourself from fraud?
Practice safe internet use
Use secure web pages
Destroy private records
Secure your mail
Be careful with your SSN
Be aware of scams
What should you do after your interview?
Thank you email
If you had to, how far in advance should you call out for work?
As soon as possible.
2 hours at the latest.
What are 3 options to do after high school?
College
Vocational School (trade/technical)
Military
Work
When applying to a new job what will you have to do to your Mission Statement?
Update the information/ change it to suit the job you are applying for.
What are 3 parts of a paystub?
•Withholdings/deductions
•Rate
•Earnings
•Gross pay/gross income
•Net pay
•Employee benefits
•Federal income tax
•State income tax
•Insurance
•Social security tax
What is an Elevator Pitch?
During an interview, you will likely
be asked “Tell me about
yourself.”
There are 5 parts to an elevator
pitch
•Who you are and the work
you’re looking for
•Strengths
•Action Step (optional)
•Trim and strengthen pitch
•Practice!
What should you do when you complete all tasks at work?
Ask your manager if there is anything for you to do.
Take initiative.
Work on other tasks you know needs to be completed.
What is PRE-requisite?
A course or other requirement that a student must have taken prior to enrolling in a specific course or program.
What are at least 3 parts of a resume?
Header, mission statement, education, extracurricular activities, experience, certifications, skills.
What determines your credit score?
Total accounts, length of credit, Inquiries, Revolving utilization, and missed payments.
What are great questions to ask during an interview?
• What is the progression for this role in the
company?
• Can you describe a typical day for this position?
• What differentiates good employees from great
ones in this company?
• What type of educational/training opportunities
does the company offer?
Who fills out your bi-weekly evaluation?
Site manager/supervisor.
Why should you apply for scholarships?
Free money!
Avoid student loans
Helps you pay for school
List 3 soft skills
Soft skills are the personal attributes, personality traits, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities needed for success on the job.
What are the percentages for the Budgeting Rule?
Wants= 30%
Needs=50%
Savings=20%
What does the S.T.A.R. method stand for?
•S – Situation
•T – Task
•A – Action
•R – Result
•Give me an example of a time in
which you had to be a team
player.
What should you do if you need any help, assistance, or support?
Ask.
What are 3 types of degrees?
A.S. - Associate of Science
A.A. - Associate of Arts
B.S./B.A - Bachelors of Science/Arts
Who are considered good references?
Teachers, mentors, employers, coaches, counselors, supervisors etc.
What are the 7 ways people can steal your information?
Dumpster diving, skimming, phishing, changing your address, stealing, pretexting, and hacking,
What are 2 reasons why employers will NOT hire you after checking your Social Media account?
Inappropriate content posted
Infor on candidate alcohol and drug use
Badmouthing the previous employer
Lied about qualifications
What are at least 4 job site expectations?
Communication
Punctuality
Take initiative
Be responsible
Be respectful
Keep in dress code/maintain good hygiene
No phones
Proper language/cconversations
Professionalism
What are 3 jobs you can get after attending vocational school?
Dental hygienist
Air traffic controller
Construction manager
Cardiovascular technologist
Power utility technician
Sonographer
IT technician
Rotary drill operator
Respiratory therapist
Web developer
Aircraft mechanic
Elevator mechanic