Communication
Name one way in which you have communicated with someone today.
Possible answers: talking to someone in person, making a phone call, body language, hand gestures, facial expression, eye contact, leaving a voicemail, writing a note, writing an e-mail, using social media,l texting, etc.
Name two places in which you might practice networking.
Just about anywhere where you can meet new people! School, at a party, at work, at an event, at a career fair, etc.
When would you give someone CPR?
When they stop breathing or their heart stops beating.
Name two people that would make a good job reference and one person that would make a bad job reference.
Possible answers:
Good: teacher, counselor, principal, former manager/supervisor, former coworker, leader of club or activity you are in, pastor
Bad: friend, significant other, teacher for class that you failed, principal that you have only met once, manager of a job you got fired from, parent, sibling, relative
How much advanced notice should you give your boss before quitting your job?
2 weeks
When you are speaking with someone, what do others typically pay attention to more: tone of voice, or the words you are saying?
Tone of voice
Your interview is at 2:00 PM. According to the slideshow from yesterday, what would be an acceptable time to show up?
Anywhere from 1:45 to 1:50
What does an AED machine do?
Sends an electrical shock to restart a stopped heart.
Name one thing you could list on your resume under the "Skills" section
Examples:
Typing: 45 WPM, Proficient in Google Docs, CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, Certified Forklift Operator
Soft Skills: Leadership, Attention to Detail, Self-Motivated, Team Player
What is the word that means "to never give up?"
Perseverance
Name two ways you could communicate with someone non-verbally
Possible answers: tone of voice, body language, hand gestures, how close you are to someone else, clothing/appearance, facial gestures, eye contact, etc.
Name three things you could do to prepare for an interview.
Possible answers: write/update your resume, dress professionally, practice good hygiene (take a shower, brush your teeth, apply deodorant, cut your nails, apply light makeup), research the place you are interviewing for, practice answering questions with a friend or family member, practice your handshake, look up directions, print out directions, practice driving to the place beforehand, etc.
What is the first thing you should do to your skin once you get a burn?
Hold it under running water for at least ten minutes.
What are two pieces of contact information you should include on your resume?
Phone number, Address, E-mail
What quality do you have if you have the ability to put yourself in another person's shoes?
Empathy
What are three ways you can show you are actively listening?
Possible answers: make eye contact, nod head, repeat important information, ask clarifying questions, interject with "mmhmm, yes, okay," face the person who is talking to you
What is the most common way in which people get interviews?
Hint: This of the pie graph from yesterday!
Networking
What is the name of the injury you can get if you hit your head too hard?
A concussion
Signs of a concussion: dizziness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, unconsciousness, headache, light headedness...
How much advance notice should you give your boss before quitting a job?
Two weeks
What is stamina?
The ability to keep going
According to the lesson we did on communication, what is something people might do with their body when they are lying (besides avoiding eye contact)?
Touch their nose
Name two things you should bring with you to an interview.
Possible answers: resume, copy of references, pen, pad of paper, bottle of water
What is the name of the condition you can suffer from if your body is too cold for too long?
Hypothermia
Spell it!
Resume
What is self advocacy?
Self advocacy is speaking up for yourself, asking for what you need, and helping yourself in order to ensure you get what you need in order to be successful.