Deck 15: Getting the Job

Question 1

Avoid telling people you know that you are looking for a job and asking them to contact you if they hear of any openings.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Your interests are the things that you enjoy doing.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Career fairs are an inefficient way to learn about potential employers because the fairs are time consuming.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Cover letters may be handwritten.

Question 5

Encourage others to tell you about their job search experiences so you can learn from each other.

Question 6

The contact information on your resume should not include an e-mail address.

Question 7

Marketing, teaching, and selling are examples of technical skills.

Question 8

The first step in finding a job is a thorough, honest assessment of how much money you need to make to support your life style.

Question 9

All good jobs are highly advertised.

Question 10

Think of a resume as an advertisement for yourself.Its purpose is to "sell" you and your skills and gain an interview.

Question 11

Networking is the most productive source of job leads.Focus your efforts on this approach to finding a position.

Question 12

Welding, sewing, and taking blood pressures are examples of transferrable skills.

Question 13

Employment services at state agencies do not include special services─counseling, assistance with resumes and interviewing skills.

Question 14

Your personal inventory worksheet is not a good reference for preparing your job search documents.

Question 15

If you have been in the workforce, your reference list should include at least one former employer.

Question 16

Many private agencies charge fees to employers to find competent, qualified workers, but never charge the applicant for this service.

Question 17

It is important to aim for a job that matches your interests, needs, skills, training, and your likes and dislikes.

Question 18

The goal of a state employment agency is to make as many placements as possible to keep unemployment low and keep the state economy healthy; therefore, they do not charge for services.

Question 19

As you progress in your career, your work experience will become more important and relevant, and the education section of your resume will follow the experience section.

Question 20

Volunteer work is a great way to learn about a field that you are interested in.

Question 21

Ideally, your resume should be

A)a lengthy document.
B)a brief, one-page document on colored paper.
C)a brief, one-page document produced on a high-quality paper.
D)none of these choices.

Question 22

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
Nonverbal signals you send, including your posture, stride, handshake, eye contact, gestures, and facial expression.

Question 23

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
A concise, well-organized summary of your education, work experience, and other qualifications.

Question 24

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
Skills that can be used in many different work settings.

Question 25

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
A document used to introduce you to a prospective employer and request an interview.

Question 26

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
Specialized skills needed for specific jobs.

Question 27

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
A natural talent, ability, or capacity to learn.

Question 28

At the close of the interview,

A)express enthusiasm for the job.
B)thank the interviewer for his or her time.
C)summarize how your background fits the needs of the company.
D)all of these choices.

Question 29

After the interview,

A)reflect on the interview and what you learned from it.
B)send a thank-you note or letter to the interviewer.
C)discuss the interview with a relative or friend.
D)all of these choices.

Question 30

The chronological resume

A)lists employment and education information by date, starting with the most recent.
B)is used by entry level workers without highly specialized skills.
C)can emphasis steady work experience.
D)all of these choices.

Question 31

If you do not get the position for which you interviewed,

A)let the company know you are not happy.
B)tell them you have another job even if you don't.
C)make it clear to the company that if any other positions open, you would like to be considered.
D)none of these choices.

Question 32

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
A resume format that focuses on personal characteristics, skills and abilities, and work experience.

Question 33

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
A form used by employers to gather basic information from everyone who applies for positions.

Question 34

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
Developing contacts or exchanging information with others in an informal setting to further one's career.

Question 35

The work experience on your resume should

A)be listed in chronological order.
B)include precise action verbs.
C)include jobs from which you have been fired.
D)all of these choices.

Question 36

MATCHING
Match each term with the correct statement below.
a.aptitude
b.body language
c.technical skills
d.transferrable skills
e.functional resume
f.networking
g.resume
h.employment application
i.skill
j.cover letter
An aptitude that has been put into practice and improved.

Question 37

Leaning slightly forward during the interview, indicates that you

A)are an over anxious applicant.
B)are interested in the position.
C)are not interested in the position.
D)none of these choices.

Question 38

The most important unwritten expectation is that
A)you not wear sleeveless T-shirts to work.

A)m.each morning.
B)you meet your coworkers for coffee at 10
C)you put in an honest day's work for an honest day's pay.
D)none of these choices.

Question 39

Questions toward the close of the interview about salary, benefits, and vacation plans may indicate to the interviewer that

A)you are interested in the position.
B)you don't have any good questions.
C)you are only interested in what the company can do for you.
D)all of these choices.

Question 40

During the interview, good eye contact with the interviewer indicates that

A)you are in control of the interview.
B)you are determined to get the job.
C)you are listening and interested in what the interviewer has to say.
D)none of these choices.