This and That
When are WBL Semester 2 supervisor approved hours of 180 due?
May 22nd by 3 pm
Name one thing you should do to prepare for your interview.
Research company, job, review resume, prepare answers to possible questions, prepare questions for interviewer
The law says your employer is responsible for providing you with a safe and healthy workplace, True or False?
True
Who is responsible for effective communication?
both the sender and receiver share equal responsibility
Teamwork is easy in a work setting? True or False
False
What are employers looking for in good employees?
soft skills - communication skills, being a team player, strong work ethic, flexibility, positive attitude OR attendance, character, appearance, teamwork, productivity, cooperation, respect
What is one thing you should not ask about in the interview?
vacation time, sick time, the other jobs you’re applying for
How often do teens get injured on the job in the United States?
One every 10 minutes
In our class survey, what was the biggest source of conflict at work?
coworkers, boss, customer - answer was coworkers
Why is teamwork important in the work setting?
Everyone working well together provides best service to customers and positively affects profitability of business.
What is important to think about in rethinking skilled trades?
We need to celebrate more than 4 yrs college. Many skilled trades afford “skills to pay the bills”
Name two things you should bring on your interview day.
directions to the business, name of person you’re meeting, official id, blank notepad and pen, extra copies of resume, list of references, list of prepared questions
Your employer is not required to pay for any medical bills if you are injured on the job? True or False
False
Name one negative method sometimes used to resolve conflict.
Blowing up, deceiving, lieing, attempting to prove who is right, personal attacking, bagging
Employers rate the ability to be a “team player” as one of the most important qualities and characteristics of their current and future employees. True or False
True
Goal setting. What is one of the acronyms for SMART goals?
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely
What is a piece of advice to be your best the day of the interview regarding when to arrive for the interview, handshake, eye contact?
5-10 min. Early, firm handshake, good eye contact
Name one of the three types of hazards found in the workplace?
Chemical Hazards, Biological Hazards, Safety Hazards
Name one positive constructive method to resolve conflicts.
Accommodation - Both individuals “agree to disagree.” They accept differences and agree not to let these differences grow into major problems., Consensus - Both individuals are able to see each other’s point of view and choose a solution good for both of them, Compromise - Both individuals give in and find an agreement they can both live with. The result is based on a combination of their views. Concession - One individual agrees to give in to the other.
Fill in the blank in this saying with a letter, “There is no _____ in TEAM?
The answer is "I". There is no I in Team!
Why is “self-reflection” important in work and life?
Intentionality in improving yourself and making yourself more marketable to employers and more successful in life
What is one recommended practice after the interview?
show appreciation with sincere thank you and handshake, follow up thank you card or email.
In the video "Teen Workers: Real jobs, Real risks" what advice did Mallory want teen workers like yourself to know about workplace safety?
Don’t blow off training. Pay attention and ask for more training if needed
Name a way to practice constructive conflict resolution.
Be accepting of compromise, Be flexible and willing to bend, Be honest about your needs and wants, Cooperate by working together towards a solution, Do not change the subject, Face the conflict without fear - do not avoid it, Put yourself in the other person’s shoes
Name one teamwork skill or habit.
Working cooperatively, contributing to groups with ideas suggestions and effort, communication both giving and receiving, sense of responsibility, healthy respect for different opinions customs and different preferences, ability to participate in group decision making.