Job Application and Resume Preparation

What is a self-audit?

• A method to evaluate your financial status.

• An introspective look into your interests, personality, lifestyle, and values.

• A process to analyze market trends.

• A technique to improve your physical health.

What guidelines should you follow when filling out a job application?

• Show your most important skills and be honest.

• Include irrelevant personal details.

• Use complex language to impress.

• Leave sections incomplete if unsure.

What is the purpose of a resume?

• To provide a detailed summary of your skills and accomplishments

• To list your hobbies and personal interests

• To describe your daily routine

• To share your favorite quotes

When completing a job application, what should you put when asked for Salary requirements?

• Write 'negotiable'

• Provide a low end and high end salary range

• Leave it blank

• State a specific amount

When completing a job application what should you put when asked for your SSN?

• Leave it blank

• Write 'will furnish on employment'

• Provide your SSN

• Write 'not applicable'

Arjun is preparing for a job interview. What is meant by the expression “Dressing for Success?”

What is a Chronological resume?

• A resume that lists work experience from least recent to most recent.

• A resume that states your work experience and accomplishments from most recent to least recent.

• A resume that focuses on skills rather than work history.

• A resume that includes personal interests and hobbies.

What is a character/professional reference?

• A statement made by someone who knows your character and can write about you in a positive way.

• A document that lists your professional achievements.

• A certificate of completion from a training program.

• A personal diary entry.

What are the 5 main components of a professional resume?

• Contact Information, Objective, Education, Experience, Skills

• Hobbies, References, Education, Experience, Skills

• Contact Information, Hobbies, Education, Experience, References

• Objective, Hobbies, Education, Experience, References

Identify the difference between hard and soft skills.

• Hard skills are technical abilities, while soft skills are interpersonal traits.

• Hard skills are interpersonal traits, while soft skills are technical abilities.

• Both hard and soft skills are technical abilities.

• Both hard and soft skills are interpersonal traits.