College and Career/ 9wks exam

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Difference between salary and hourly wage?

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Salary: paid regardless of hours worked. Hourly wage: paid only for hours worked.

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A career is another name for a job.

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False

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What is NOT considered in a career path?

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Personality, new car, GPA.

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Relationship between short and long-term goals:

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Setting short-term goals now helps achieve long-term goals later.

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Effective study skill: Making notecards and quizzing yourself.

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Other options: Re-reading a textbook, getting to bed early, reading over notes.

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Important aspect of time management:

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Consider how much time to allocate for each task and the order of completion.

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Best reason organization leads to academic/career success?

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It helps locate materials, track assignments, and plan time effectively.

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Research to prepare for a job application:

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Informational interviews about the position and company background.

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Effective resumes and cover letters should highlight accomplishments and align skills with job needs.

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They should not focus on hobbies, reasons for leaving previous jobs, or references from teachers.

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What helps secure a job offer?

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A thank you letter after the interview.