BCIL
Smart Goals
Job Search/Application Process
100

BCIL stands for...

What is Boston Center for Independent Living?

100

This "S" in SMART Goals means your goal is well-defined, clear, and detailed. 

What is Specific?

100

Finding a job through someone you know or their contacts (coworkers, friends, family, teachers, etc.) is called ________________. 

What is Networking?

200

How many states have Independent Living Centers?

All 50! 

200

This "M" in SMART Goals means your goals must be quantifiable and you are able to track progress. 

What is Measurable? 

200

This is a typically one-page document that lists your education, job experience, skills, and contact information.

What is a resume? 

300

BCIL was opened in this decade. Bonus point if you can get the exact year. 

What are The 1970s, specifically 1974

300

This "A" in SMART Goals means it requires you to actively take steps to reach your goals

What is Action-oriented?

Also acceptable: Achievable, Accomplishable

300

This is a one page document that describes why you are a good fit for the job you are applying for, in paragraph form. 

What is a Cover Letter?

400

True or False: Independent Living means different things to different people. 

True! 

400

This "R" in SMART Goals means your goal is possible to complete.

What is Realistic?

Also acceptable: Relevant.

400

These are people who can speak about your skills, strengths, and qualities on your behalf to a potential employer. 

What are References? 

500

This program, TAP, stands for...

What is Transition to Adulthood Program.

500

This "T" in SMART Goals means your goal has a set schedule it is completed by. 

What is Time-Bound? 

500

Name one website or app that you can use to search for jobs.

Possible answers: Indeed, Linkedin, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Career Builder, etc.