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Interview Skills
Money Matters
Diplomas 2 Degrees
Career Launch
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Tips for a successful interview.

Be prepared to summarize your work experience (about 30 seconds), eye contact, avoid negative comments about past employers, listen to each question carefully, reinforce your interest in the position, ask questions.

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What are some examples of Wants vs Needs when you are an adult?

Wants

(clothes, shoes, entertainment, dining out, etc.)

Needs

(rent, utilities, groceries, insurance, gas, etc.)

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What are ways to gain financial assistance for College?

Filling out FAFSA, scholarships, grants, loans (if necessary) 

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What should your resume include?

Education, Work Experience, Volunteer Experience, Extracurricular Activities, Certifications. 

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What time should you arrive for an interview?

15 minutes early

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True or False

Having more credit cards is better because it shows you have a good credit history.

FALSE

Having several credit cards does not mean you have a good history, especially if you don't repay your debt responsibly. In fact, having too many credit cards with amounts owed can actually hurt your credit score. 

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What should your personal college portfolio include?

Application Checklist, Personal Essays, GPA/Transcript, Entrance Exam Scores, List of Schools and Majors, Letters of Recommendation, Potential Scholarships, Applications Dates and Deadlines

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What are ways to gain experience without any employment history?

Student Government/Council, Sports Team, Keystone/Torch Club, Debate Team, etc.

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How should you dress for an interview?

Professional Attire

(dark colored suit, tie, dark colored/knee length dress w/ matching blazer, closed toed shoes, minimal jewelry)

Business Casual Attire

(dark pants, blouse, polo, knee length skirt/dress, cardigan, flats/heels, closed toed shoes)

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What is the 50/30/20 rule?

50% of your income goes towards your needs, 30% towards your wants, 20% towards your savings.

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What are some examples of postsecondary education?

Community College, Trade/Technical/Vocational School, Four-year University, Apprenticeship, Job Corps, Military College

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What are skills one should promote about themself during an interview?

Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Active Listening, Leadership, Cultural Awareness, Creativity.