Work Readiness
Ideally, references have known you for more than ____.
What is 1 year
You do not have to ask questions at the end of your interview if you do not have any.
What is False!
Be sure to always come prepared to your interview with questions!
What are some examples of questions you can ask the employer?
"Are you disabled?"
What is Illegal!
How can you respond to this question if asked during an interview?
This program helps you gain entrance into registered bona fide trade apprenticeship programs.
Ex. Carpentry, Plumbing, Electricians
What is Building Pathways South
"SMART" goal stands for...
What is
Specific, Measurable, Adjustable, Realistic and Time-Oriented.
When you apply for financial aid, these are the types of aid you may receive: grants, scholarships, federal/private loans and ____.
What is Work-Study
You should buy/send your reference a gift.
What is True!
What are some examples of an appropriate gift to buy/send your reference?
"Are you authorized to work in the U.S.?"
What is Legal!
It is legal to be asked if you are authorized to work in the U.S. during an interview.
What is a reasonable accommodation in the workplace for an employee who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or harassment?
What is
These are regular, unchanging costs each month such as rent/mortgage payments, insurance, and car payments.
What are Fixed Expenses
This nonprofit organization provides interview & work attire for women.
What is Dress for Success!
For MassEducate or MassReconnect, you must be enrolled in at least 12 credits (4 classes) per semester.
What is False!
You must be enrolled in at least 6 credits/2 classes.
"Do you have any children?"
What is Illegal!
How can you respond to this question if asked during an interview?
This organization offers a 20-week program for individuals interested in becoming computer programmers.
What is the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (MSIMBO)
What are the three major bureaus that compile and report your credit information?
What are Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.
Name 3 factors to consider when enrolling in higher education.
You must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) when applying for college.
What is True!
The FAFSA helps determine what financial aid you are eligible for.
"Are you at least 18 years old?"
What is Legal!
An employer cannot ask, "How old are you?" during an interview, but they can ask if you are at least 18 years old.
What advice(s) did our graduate speakers provide at the end of the Alumni panel?
What is set realist goals and give yourself grace.
_____ is a term used to describe fraudulent emails, texts, or calls that appear to come from legitimate sources.
What is Phishing
Beware! Scammers can trick you into sharing personal or financial information.
If you experienced discrimination in the workplace or during an interview, you can file a complaint with the ________.
What is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
You should answer true to the following question on an Application Assessment/Personality Test:
"I know someone who has stolen something."
What is False!
Everyone knows someone who has stolen something. These questions are meant to assess how likely a prospective candidate is to cause a loss to a company, either by lying, cheating, or stealing.
"What languages do you speak?"
What is Legal!
An employer cannot ask if English is your first language during an interview, but they can ask what languages you do speak.
Top 4 reasons employees decide to leave their job.
What is:
1) workload/burnout
2) relationships (manager/coworkers)
3) Role clarity or lack of growth
4) Compensation/recognition
What are three steps you can take to prevent identity theft?
What is:
Review your credit report from a verified consumer credit reporting agency at least once a year
Check your statements
Minimize and protect your mail
Dispose carefully