Employment Task

Why is a resume important?

• It is a detail record of information about you including education and work history.

• Resumes are outdated nobody does them anymore.

• Resume what is that?

• Do I really need a resume...

How do you apply for a job?

• Fill out an paper application for the business you want to work for.

• Check to see if the company has a website with an online application.

• Have your mom call and ask if they are hiring.

• Both A and B.

Why would you write a cover letter?

• You don't need to write one, it is only a suggestion.

• No one has time to read it so don't do it.

• There is not reason to do it.

• Because the application instructions say to include a cover letter along with your application.

When should you write a thank you note to the interviewer?

• When you get the job.

• 6 months later.

• As soon as possible.

• This is an outdated practice.

What are some possible sources for jobs.

• Friends whose company is hiring.

• Ask family members if they are hiring at their place of employment.

• The newspaper want ads.

• The Work in Texas website.

• All the above.

How should you answer this question during an interview what are your strengths and weakness?

• Tell them you plead the fifth.

• Tell them what you believe your strengths and weaknesses to be.

• Ask them to guess.

• Tell them you don't know.

You should care about your appearance when you interview.

• True

• False

Good grooming is part of your job description so it doesn't matter how you show up to work.

• True

• False

Ironing your clothes is not a necessary task.

• True

• False

Ties are not required any more for formal work attire.

• True

• False