Ch. 8 Career Planning

Front

In preparing for his state board practical exam, what is BEST for Jeremy to do?

Back

Practice on the model he plans to take to the exam.

Front

Which of the following is TRUE of jobs for entry-level beauty professionals?
People must rely on others to get these jobs.
There are more jobs available than there are people to fill them.
There are more people who want them than there are jobs available.
Changes in the economy can dramatically change the number of jobs available.

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There are more jobs available than there are people to fill them.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of a soft skill? punctuality, a positive attitude, study habits, interpersonal skills

Back

study habits

Front

Which of the following BEST describes what Diana is doing? Diana has passed all the state board exams and attained her license. She is currently looking for the perfect job. In the meantime, she is going to join as many professional organizations as possible, attend trade shows, and join online beauty communities.

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networking

Front

As David's friend, what might you say to cheer him up that is TRUE? Options: As long as you pass the state board licensing exam, you are guaranteed a job in the beauty and wellness field. In a bad economy, job opportunities in every field are in even greater surplus because of the supply and demand models of economics. No matter what changes occur in the economy, there are often more jobs available for entry-level beauty professionals than there are people to fill them. The beauty and wellness industry is completely immune from economic changes in either direction because people always need to look good.

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No matter what changes occur in the economy, there are often more jobs available for entry-level beauty professionals than there are people to fill them.

Front

An instructor at your beauty school only accepts perfect resumes from his students. After studying the lecture notes, following the instructions, and working on your resume for more than 3 weeks, he gave you a failing grade. Where have you gone wrong?

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You have included all your work experience, whether it was relevant or not.

Front

Which of the following is GOOD behavioral advice for an interview?
Options:
Try not to smile, if possible.
Bring a hot cup of coffee.
Criticize former employers when given the chance.
Do not sit until you are asked to do so.

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Do not sit until you are asked to do so.

Front

Which of the following is the most important factor that will affect how well you perform during your state's licensing exam?
your mastery of course content,
your note-taking skills,
your time management skills,
your physical and psychological state

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your mastery of course content

Front

If you are interested in working at an establishment with secure pay and benefits, and one that will allow you to transfer should you relocate to a different state, where should you focus your search?

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large national chains

Front

Why is it important to use action verbs on your resume?

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Because it makes accomplishment statements more positive.