Chapter 6 Quiz - Career Readiness

The best way to make the contribution you were born to make is by doing work ________________________ .

• A. That pays you a lot of money
• B. You're passionate about
• C. With nonprofits
• D. That’s easy

You should always do research about the company you're applying for a job at or interviewing with.

• True
• False

An entrepreneur is someone who __________________.

• A. Works an entry level job at a large business
• B. Starts and runs their own business
• C. Gets hired to work for their dream company
• D. Starts and runs someone else’s business

The first step in finding your dream job is ___________.

• A. Interviewing
• B. Discovering your talents, passions, and values
• C. Dreaming about it
• D. Applying

The Proximity Principle says: In order to do what you want to do, you need to be __________________ people who are doing it and in __________________ where it‘s happening.

• A. Around; places
• B. Researching; areas
• C. Friendly to; proximity to
• D. Nice to; areas

The very best investment you can make is in ____________.

• A. Yourself
• B. The stock market
• C. Real estate
• D. A new car

What is NOT a benefit of working while in school?

• A. Boost your GPA
• B. Gain experience
• C. Earn a grant
• D. Develop skills

Your resume should NOT include ______________.

• A. Your past job experiences
• B. Professional references
• C. How much money you want to make
• D. Your education

For entrepreneurs, taking _______________________ and growing a business go hand in hand.

• A. Applications
• B. Risks
• C. Breaks
• D. Classes

What is the point where your greatest talents, passions, and values intersect?

• A. Your perfect place
• B. Your sweet spot
• C. Your dream job
• D. Your first job