Job Skills and Employability Quiz

What are some examples of job specific skills?

• Programming, patient care

• Gardening, painting

• Singing, dancing

• Cooking, driving

Why are job specific skills important for employability?

• They demonstrate the ability to perform specific tasks required for a particular job.

• They are not important at all

• They only benefit the employer, not the employee

• They can be easily learned on the job without prior experience

What are the differences between hard skills and soft skills?

• Hard skills are subjective, while soft skills are objective.

• Hard skills are intangible, while soft skills are tangible.

• Hard skills are related to personality, while soft skills are related to specific tasks.

• Hard skills are specific and measurable, while soft skills are personal attributes.

Give an example of a job specific skill required for a specific profession (e.g. coding for a software developer)

• Graphic design for a visual designer

• Data analysis for a chef

• Heavy lifting for a graphic designer

• Public speaking for a librarian

How can job specific skills be highlighted in a job application or resume?

• Highlight them in the education section

• Include them in the skills section, provide specific examples, and tailor the language to match the job description

• Include them in the hobbies section

• Use a generic cover letter for all job applications

What are some ways to continuously improve job specific skills?

• Watching TV shows

• Avoiding any form of training or development

• Taking relevant courses, attending workshops, seeking mentorship, practicing regularly, and staying updated with industry trends.

• Ignoring feedback from colleagues

How can job specific skills contribute to career advancement?

• By causing individuals to be overlooked for promotions.

• By making individuals more qualified for higher level positions within their field.

• By leading to stagnation in career growth.

• By making individuals less qualified for higher level positions within their field.

What are some common job specific skills that employers look for?

• Cooking skills, gardening skills, painting skills, singing skills

• Driving skills, swimming skills, cycling skills, hiking skills

• Math skills, science skills, history skills, literature skills

• Technical skills, communication skills, problem-solving skills, teamwork

How can job specific skills be utilized in a team setting?

• By working independently and not relying on others

• By keeping knowledge and expertise to oneself

• By sharing knowledge and expertise, collaborating on projects, and leveraging individual strengths to achieve common goals.

• By competing with team members instead of collaborating

Match the job with the skills.

Delivery Driver

• Driving License

• Ability to follow recipes

• Customer service skills

• Teamwork skills

• Time management