Careers Test/ Final Exam

What is one reason that going to college can be a good option?

• You can start to earn money immediately.

• You might have an opportunity for a better paying job.

• You will have to take out a lot of loans.

• It gives you a chance to gain a lot of different work experiences.

Which demographic is least likely to face unemployment?

• Workers with a HS diploma or GED

• Workers with a 2 year college degree

• Workers with a 4 year college degree

• Workers with a master’s degree

Which group of Americans were able to put the highest percent of their income toward savings (which allows their children to have more money to go to college)?

• The lowest income 20%

• The average income

• The highest income 20%

When you are your own boss, you must operate as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Highlight two main skills that a CFO needs.

• office management

• risk management

• accounting

• budgeting

Which of the following is not a piece of advice regarding managing time when you are self-employed/ your own boss?

• Schedule time to work when it is best for you and when you can focus and create a quality product.

• Block off your calendar each and every day from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm as dedicated work time.

• Take care of easy tasks first instead of pushing them off until later.

• Make sure to give yourself dedicated off-line time, either during the day or a set amount of days, where you do not focus on work.

Which description best defines SOFT SKILLS?

How can someone develop or strengthen their soft skills?

• Attending a university or completing a certification program

• Research the job description for a position you want to apply for and practice only the first two skills required

• Avoid situations that require working with other people

• Practice skills like active listening, creative thinking, and flexibility in the real world over time

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• Soft skills are mandatory for only customer service positions, while hard skills are mandatory for all other jobs

• You will only be hired if you demonstrate more soft skills than hard skills in your resume and interview

• It is important to have a balance of hard and soft skills in the workplace, so that your efforts are efficient and professional

• Most employers immediately hire candidates after assessing their hard skills through their degrees, training, and certifications

The purpose of an elevator pitch is to...

• Kill time on an elevator

• Leave a positive first impression

• Get a job

• Ask questions to find out about a company

You are male. You are applying for a job at a tech company. Which is an appropriate interview outfit?

• A designer suit with expensive cuff links and well-polished shoes.

• A pair of freshly-ironed khaki pants and a button down shirt.

• A pair of jeans and flip flops.

• Your bathrobe.