Choosing a Career
What is the first document you need to prepare to be ready for applying to jobs?
What is Resume
Which type of resume layout is the most common?
Chronological OR Functional
What is Chronological
How long should a cover letter be?
Single page (3-4 paragraphs max)
Your cost of living changes based on where you live
True or False
True
What is the percentage deducted for medicare from your paycheck?
1.45%
When you get your first career/job after school or training, which of the following should NOT be a primary focus?
a. Advancement
b. Work Experience Gained
c. Salary
What is c. Salary
What is the purpose of a resume?
To inform the employer about you-- summarize your skills, abilities, and accomplishments
How should you start your 1st paragraph of a cover letter?
Why you are writing
What is likely your first impression to a potential employer?
(What you are wearing if at the interview)
What is the percentage deducted for S.S. from your paycheck?
What is 6.2%
What are 3 different times you may be looking for a job?
What is Graduation, Resigned from a Job, Got Fired/Laid off, or looking to make money.
What parts of a resume are OPTIONAL?
What is hobbies/interests, skills/accomplishments/achievements
What should the 2nd paragraph/area of your cover letter contain?
What you have to offer
What is a Health Savings Account
Tax Deductible, Can be withdrawn tax-free for medical expenses, funds roll over each year.
Why is your net pay less than your gross pay?
Your net pay is your earnings after you pay for deductions.
33%
What type of file should you save a resume as?
What should the last paragraph of a cover letter contain?
How you will follow up-- communication
What is a Flexible Spending Account?
A pre-tax account for different types of health or Dependent care; You use it or lose it
What is FMLA and the Affordable Care Act
FMLA- provides unpaid leave for medical needs
Affordable Care Act- must offer affordable health care to full time employees if you have 50+
False
Describe the heading of a resume
A resume heading should include your name, address, phone number, email
List all 8 parts to a typical cover letter
Date, Senders Address, Inside Address, Greeting, Body, Closing, Signature, Enclosures (resume)
Describe 4 Job Interview Rules we have discussed in class
Answers will vary
What are the FOUR mandatory payroll deductions?
State Tax
Social Security
Medicare