Careers Vocabulary

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A yearly fixed amount of money paid to an employee each monthly pay period.

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salary

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Basic skills that are needed to get, keep, and do well at a job

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employability skills

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An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress.

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Career

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Paid position of regular employment

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Job

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a person that works with you in the same workplace

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Coworker

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A brief summary; a short written account of one's education, certifications, working experience, or qualifications for a job

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resume

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A formal, personal meeting one arranged for formal discussion to evaluate an applicant.

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Interview

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Arriving or doing a task at the expected or planned time

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punctuality, timeliness

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An organized form that asks basic questions about the applicant's background, such as work history, education, skills, and references

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job application

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Gross pay is the _____ _______ amount you earn before any tax deductions are subtracted

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total monthly