Western 101
How many classes do you need to complete WOW assignments for each week?
ALL 6!
A job application is an employer's first _______ of you.
impression
What is a resume and what is it used for?
A resume is a "summary" of who you are professionally.
List one way to prepare for an interview.
Research organization, predict questions they may ask, write down answers, practice with a friend, find a ride, pick out an outfit, etc.
How many schools has Ms. Dringoli worked at in Las Vegas?
1! Only Western.
How many credits do you need to graduate with a standard diploma?
23 credits
What do you write in a space when a question is not relevant to you or your experience?
N/A
Which comes first when writing about work expereince? The most recent experience or the oldest experience?
Always use your most recent experience at the top of the section.
List one way to dress for success.
Dress professionally, be comfortable, be confident, good hygiene, dress for the job
Does Ms. Dringoli have any siblings? If so, how many?
Yes! 1 brother.
How many absences during ONE semester earn you denial of credit in a class?
11 Absences
Name 2 common mistakes that may be found on a job application.
Capitalization errors, blank spaces, spelling errors, wrong date format, scribbles/cross-outs, using friends/family as references
How is a resume different from a cover letter?
A resume is not as detailed as a cover letter and may not be as specific to a single job/company. The goal of a resume is to present information in a simple, organized way to an employer.
What are the three types of interviews?
In-Person, Phone, Virtual
What did Ms. Dringoli study in college? (I have 2 degrees so there are 2 answers!)
Bachelor's Degree (4-year) - English Literature
Master's Degree (Additional 2-years) - Teaching/Education
Which grades make up your overall "Semester 1" grade?
Quarter 1 (45%) + Quarter 2 (45%) + Semester 1 Exam (10%)
What word should you avoid using when filling out the desired position? Why?
"Anything." You should be excited about the specific job/position that you are applying for!
Name 3 of the categories that may be found on a resume.
Contact info, Education, Work experience, Volunteer experience, Relevant Courses, Honors/Awards, Skills
What are the three types of interview questions?
Traditional, Behavior-Based, Technical
What is one of Ms. Dringoli's favorite musical artists?
Hozier, Ariana Grande, Frank Ocean, John Mayer, Sabrina Carpenter, T-Pain
What year was Western High School opened?
1960
What information is needed about your references? Who CANNOT be used as references? Who can?
Name, occupation, address, phone number. Friends/family CANNOT be used. Teachers, past employers, or coworkers CAN be used.
How often should you edit/rewrite your resume? (Every month? Every year? Never?)
A person should have an updated resume for each field they are working in. You should update your resume every time you complete a degree, get a new job, receive an award, or update your contact information (address/email/etc).
Explain the proper way to bring up a "weakness" during an interview.
Be honest about a weakness that you have but ALSO make sure to explain how you're working on improving that trait.
What is one of Ms. Dringoli's go-to coffee orders?
Iced Chai Latte, Iced Vanilla Latte, Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade