True or False
You have to put your social security number on your application?
False
Can we control everything that happens to us?
No
Name a type of clothing a man or woman should wear for an interview.
Nice shirt, dress pants, nice shoes (no sandals)
What is etiquette?
Polite behavior especially when in public.
What are two examples of your contact information?
Name, address, phone number, email
Don't ever put volunteer experiences on a resume
False
Describe the Circle of Control.
Picture two circles, the inner circle is the circle of control, the outer circle is the circle of no control.
Name one interview questions that would be asked to you?
various answers...strength, weakness, experience, education, etc.
While working your phone rings should you answer it?
No. Your phone should never be out while working!
What should you bring to the interview?
Resume
Employers have the ability to look at your social media accounts.
True. Be careful with what you post!
Name at least 3 things that we cannot control in our lives.
How others might treat us
How others act
The weather
The past
Color of skin
Who comes out on top of March Madness
Where you were born …
If my interview starts at 10:30am what time should I arrive?
10:15. You should always arrive early for an interview.
When on a job, should you expect the employer to know what your accommodations might be?
No. You will need to advocate and explain your accommodations
When you put someone as a reference on your resume, what should you do?
Let the person know
Perceptions are facts
False.
Perceptions are not facts, they can be inaccurate or incomplete even though people believe they are true
The one thing we can control.
We can control how we respond to what happens to us.
Can you find a job through friends? Why/Why not?
Yes. It is a good idea to let friends and family know you are looking in case they know of job openings
Being honest, dependable, and reliable to get things done right.
Trustworthy
Who should you use for a reference?
Past coworkers, teachers, past bosses
If you want to make change in your life, it must begin with YOU.
True
What are three things we can control?
Ourselves!
Attitude
Choices
Response to what happens to us
Describe 3 clothing items that would be considered inappropriate interview attire.
Sandals/Flip flops
T-shirt
Shorts
Jeans
Clothes that are dirty
Being at work on time is part of what Etiquette?
Being punctual
What is the document called that you can hand in with your resume. It lets companies know what you are looking for?
Coverletter