Preparing for the World of Work

Common deficiencies in workers are poor grammar, lack of respect for work, poor personal appearance, and not accepting responsibility.

• True

• False

A series of absences can result in job loss.

• True

• False

By being negative, you create a poor impression and encourage the same attitude in others.

• True

• False

Without good job-keeping skills, no amount of knowledge will help you keep a job.

• True

• False

Every health care worker must be willing to learn new skills and adapt to change.

• True

• False

A letter of application can be handwritten on notepaper.

• True

• False

A resumé is a thorough yet concise summary of an individual’s education, experience, and abilities.

• True

• False

Start with your first job and proceed to your current job when you list work experience on a resumé.

• True

• False

On a resumé, use complete sentences to describe job duties.

• True

• False

Always have an individual’s permission before using that person as a reference.

• True

• False