8th Grade Careers Exploration

What is the main purpose of a resume?

• To showcase your hobbies

• To highlight your work experience and skills

• To list your favorite subjects in school

• To provide personal contact information

Why is it important to tailor your resume for each job application?

• It makes your resume longer

• Employers appreciate generic resumes

• It shows you have researched the company

• It's not necessary for entry-level positions

What information should be included in a cover letter?

• Your entire life story

• A brief introduction, why you're interested in the job, and your qualifications

• Your favorite color

• A list of your favorite movies

Give an example of a hard skill.

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Microsoft Excel proficiency

• Adaptability

How can you develop hard skills?

• Through formal education

• Only through natural talent

• By watching educational videos on YouTube

• Hard skills cannot be developed

Which of the following is a soft skill?

• Programming

• Leadership

• Graphic design

• Data analysis

Why are soft skills important in the workplace?

• They are not important

• They enhance communication and teamwork

• They only matter in creative professions

• Employers only focus on hard skills

What does it mean to find your passion?

• Choosing a career randomly

• Discovering what you love and enjoy doing

• Letting someone else decide your career

• Ignoring your interests

Why is it important to consider your interests when choosing a career?

• It doesn't matter

• You will be more motivated and satisfied in your job

• Interests have no impact on career success

• It's just a waste of time

How can you explore different career paths?

• By randomly selecting a job

• By researching and job shadowing

• By asking your friends

• By choosing the first job you find