A hiring manager created this chart after analyzing the number of errors on the resumes of all the candidates who received offers from his firm. Analyze the chart and select the statement below that is TRUE.

About 80% of offers went to candidates with one error or less on their resumes so you better review your resume for errors several times before sending it out for jobs

You don't need to review your resume too closely since over 50% of offers went to candidates with more than 4 errors on their resume.

Some candidates were hired who had more than 10 errors on their resume

You should be more concerned about how you describe your skills on your resume compared to grammatical errors or typos.

When completing a job application, which of the following pieces of information will you need?

Personal information (Address, Contact Info, Social Security #)

A list of previous places you've worked

References who can confirm you qualifications

Money to pay an application fee

What of the following is good advice when it comes to finding a first job?

No matter what job you take, keep your eyes open for learning opportunities

Don't settle for a position that doesn't involve managing people

Be sure to ask about the sick day policy

Be sure to negotiate your pay and don't accept the job unless you can get a 10% increase from the posted wages

When it comes to references, what are TWO tactics that you should keep in mind?

Be sure to ask your references before you list them on an application

Ask your references if they can focus on a specific character trait that they have seen in their interactions with you

You don't need to ask your references what they will say because all references tend to be positive anyway

Most employers don't check references so you don't need to worry about telling your references ahead of time

Which of the following statements are true about the following job posting?

You can expect that you will be doing some selling activities in addition to work as a front-desk attendant

You can only apply by visiting the gym and completing an application

You should expect to earn about $20.00/hour since sales commissions are included

Which statements about this job posting are TRUE?

The clerical support position is likely the easiest position to get based on qualifications required to do the job

Lifeguarding and truck drivers positions usually require special licensing or certifications

There is likely an opportunity to extend these jobs beyond the summer months

You can probably wait a few weeks before applying since it sounds like there are quite a few jobs available

Which of the following could be ways to land that first job?

Walking into a store with a "Help Wanted" sign and completing an application

Asking your parents (and their friends) if they are aware of jobs that might be interesting to you

Looking at online job boards for job opportunities

Waiting for employers to contact you regarding jobs that you might qualify for

Which of the following are good ideas when it comes to interviewing for a job?

Plan to arrive at least fifteen minutes early

Come prepared with good questions that demonstrate you have done your homework on the job and the company

Dress casually as you don't want to assume that your job will require wearing business attire

Wait to find out if you got the job before sending a "Thank You" note

What could qualify as previous experience on your first job application?

Leadership activities that you are involved with at school

Volunteer roles at local non-profits

High school classes you took that are relevant for the job

You shouldn't list anything since you have never had a job before

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a goal for your resume?

Convince an employer to hire you

To sell yourself to get an interview

Inform an employer how to contact you

Attract an employer's attention

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following are components of a successful resume?

Contact Information

Professional Photograph

Educational Background

Honors/Awards Won

Previous Work Experience

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is the best sentence to include on your resume to describe a previous job working at an ice cream shop?

Fastest ice cream scooper two years running

Implemented a new scooping procedure to decrease customer service time by 20%

Used new scooping procedures to improve customer satisfaction

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

The best strategy to convince an employer that you are a great candidate is to include as many facts and accomplishments as possible.

true

false

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

On average, how long do employers spend reading a resume?

0-30 seconds

31-60 seconds

1-5 minutes

5+ minutes

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following are components of a successful cover letter?

Addressed to the hiring manager

Cuts right to the chase of why you think you'd be a good fit for the company

Includes a sense of humor

Emphasizes your potential value to the company

1-2 pages

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Identify the problems with this cover letter.

Not addressed to a specific individual, ideally to the hiring manager

Too general; doesn't list the specific job that the applicant is applying for

It is a general template and shows that the applicant didn't put much thought and effort into it

The cover letter is quite effective because it is short and to the point

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First Job & Resumes

Which of the following is NOT a goal for your resume?

Which of the following are components of a successful resume?

Which of the following is the best sentence to include on your resume to describe a previous job working at an ice cream shop?

The best strategy to convince an employer that you are a great candidate is to include as many facts and accomplishments as possible.

On average, how long do employers spend reading a resume?

Which of the following are components of a successful cover letter?

Identify the problems with this cover letter.

Siddhartha is applying for a job that he saw advertised online. The job description says to send a resume to HR@coolco.com. Siddhartha should NOT send a cover letter since it is not requested in the job description.

A hiring manager created this chart after analyzing the number of errors on the resumes of all the candidates who received offers from his firm. Analyze the chart and select the statement below that is TRUE.

It is ok to tell a little fib on your resume since most companies don't verify your background information.

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