Resume Building
What contact information should you put on your resume?
phone number, email, and street address
For a job interview, you should look like you normally do.
No, you should dress to impress. Nicer clothes help you stand out and shows the employer that you put in effort.
Your boss tells you to check expirations in the candy aisle. However, you think that this aisle doesn't need it. You go and work in the snack aisle. You figure that as long as you are working your boss shouldn't have a problem with it. Is this appropriate?
No! you must complete the work that the boss tells you to. You cannot go off to a different section.
True of False: Coworker means "other people you work with"
True
You shouldn't put past work experience on my resume because it can make future employers jealous
False! Putting past job experience allows employers to see your strengths and gives them a reason to hire you.
You should arrive at your job interview one hour early.
NO! Unless you are asked to be there that early, 5-15 minutes is acceptable.
Name a job a worker in a kitchen might have to do?
Wash dishes, cut food, cook food, clean, etc.
Communication is ONLY what you say outloud
No, communication includes what you say out loud, your body language, your tone of voice, and gestures
What does it mean to "clock in"
"Clock in" means to begin work. Often, this means registering your arrival by logging into the work system. Here at Brightway, we "Clock in" by scanning our face.
How long should a resume be?
One-two pages is standard
The interview is an excellent time for you to ask questions also.
yes, you are allowed to ask questions relevant to the job. Asking questions can show that you are engaged and want the job.
Name a job someone in a school might have?
receptionist, teacher, custodian, aide, librarian, social worker, principal, etc
You have a problem with a coworker. What should you do?
Try to work it out with the coworker, if this does not work talk to a manager?
True or False: Once I get a job, I no longer have to put any effort at the workplace.
False. you must complete all job task the boss asks of you. Additionally, having a good work ethic can help you stand out and keep your job.
True or false: I should make a resume once and never update it again
False! A Resume is a "living document" this means that it should grow and change as you grow and change and gain more experience.
What are your strengths?
communication, work ethic, soft skills, hard skills
You ran out of paper towels at your home. You notice that your job has 10 rolls sitting in a supply closet. You take two. Is this appropriate?
No, this is stealing and could get you fired
At work, you should be friendly and respectful to coworkers.
true!
True or False: being able to work in a team/having good teamwork is an important skill that should be listed on your resume
True! teamwork and collaboration should go under the skills section of the resume.
True or False: It is okay to lie in a job interview as long as you get the job.
Name a skill that an office worker might need
computer skills, communication skills, time management, organization skills, problem solving skills, customer service, etc.
True or False: It is okay to flirt with your coworkers
FALSE!!! It is not appropriate to flirt/date coworkers. Also, if the flirting is unwelcome, it can be considered harassment.
True or False: it is okay to show up to work in clothes that are torn or unclean.
False, you need to wear clean, professional, and appropriate clothing