Money Moves
What is a budget?
A plan for how you'll spend and save your money.
What's the name of the document that employers usually ask for before offering an interview?
What is "a resume"
What does FAFSA help students apply for?
Financial aid for college.
What Boston program helps teens find summer jobs?
Mayor's Summer Jobs Program.
(H.M. BPHC)
Why is it important to check your email regularly after applying for a job?
That's how employers usually contact applicants about interviews or next steps.
If you earn $200 and spend $250, what happens?
You're spending more than you earn and may end up in debt or unable to pay bills.
Name two things you can include on a resume even if you have never had a job
volunteer works
sports
clubs
babysitting
community service
school projects
leadership positions
HRC role
Which never has to be repaid?
A. Student Loan
B. Scholarship
B. Scholarship
What organization helps people find jobs, career coaching, and training opportunities?
MassHire
What should you wear to most job interviews?
Clean, neat, professional clothing appropriate for the position.
What's the difference between a debit card and a credit card?
A debit card uses money you already have in your bank account. A credit card lets you borrow money that you'll have to pay back.
True or False: You should use the same resume for every job you apply for.
False; Tailor your resume to match the job description
True or False:
Trade schools are only for students who don't do well academically.
False
Name one place where you can get free help creating a resume.
True or False:
It's okay to arrive exactly at your interview time.
False
What does a credit score help determine?
Whether you can qualify for loans, apartments, credit cards, and sometimes even jobs.
What is an internship?
A short-term work experience where you learn about a career while gaining experience.
Name two careers you can prepare for through a trade school.
True or False:
Most youth employment programs only help students find jobs.
False
Many also help with resumes, interviews, career coaching, financial literacy, and networking.
Why is networking important?
It helps you learn about opportunities, gain advice, and make connections that can lead to jobs or internships.
Which builds wealth faster over time?
A. Saving money under your mattress
B. Investing money consistently over many years
B. Investing money consistently over many years
What's the difference between an internship and an apprenticeship?
An internship focuses on learning and exploring a career, while an apprenticeship combines paid work with formal training toward a skilled trade.
Besides college, name three different paths after high school.
Name three organizations or programs in Boston that help young people prepare for careers.
You're offered two jobs.
Job A: Pays $20/hour but offers no opportunities for growth.
Job B: Pays $18/hour but provides paid training, tuition assistance, and promotion opportunities.
Which might be the better long-term choice, and why?
There isn't one correct answer.
But you convinced LEO!