Resume Quiz

Which soft skill do you struggle with the most?

• Working with difficult people

• Following directions

• Starting a task without someone telling me to.

Which soft skill is easiest for you?

• Finishing something I start.

• Talking to people and being friendly.

• Finding ways to save time while still doing a good job.

Why is it important to develop your soft skills (as well as hard skills) for your career?

• Soft skills help you handle many different situations.

• Soft skills prepare you for future technology.

• Soft skills like welding, typing or engineering are highly sought after skills.

Is it a good idea to have a different resume for different types of jobs?

• Yes. Some companies are looking for specific skills and job experience.

• No. All jobs and careers have the same needs.

Hot or not?

Would these fonts look good on a resume?

• Hot!

• Eee....NOT.

On a resume...would this font pairing be

Hot or Not?

• Hot! Hot! Hot! Ouch!

• Not. Disgusting.

Are spelling and grammar mistakes okay to leave on your resume?

• Yes. Everyone makes mistakes.

• No. Have someone proofread your resume. Always.

A career is anything you do just for money, but a job is a long term goal or dream.

• True

• False

When you are older, will you include every job or volunteer opportunity on your resume?

• Yes. People need to know how well-rounded I am.

• No. People only need to know if I can do what they need me to do.

Pretend that this name is at the top of a resume. What is wrong with it?

Milli vanilli

• You should have the middle initial on a resume.

• The last name also needs to be capitalized.

• It is faking being a real name.