Career Applications Study Guide

What is the Eisenhower matrix used for?

• It is a tool to support how he wrote his speeches.

• It is a graphic organizer that he used during his presidency to manage his staff

• It is a task management tool that prioritized task by urgency and importance.

• None of the above.

Why is it important to budget in financial planning?

• A) Budgeting helps in setting financial goals and monitoring progress

• B) Budgeting is only necessary for large corporations

• C) Budgeting eliminates the need for financial forecasting

• D) Budgeting is primarily used for tax purposes

How do you answer when a job interview asks about your weaknesses?

• Deny having any weaknesses

• List as many weaknesses as possible

• Avoid answering the question

• Mention a weakness and explain how you are working to improve it

What is one primary reason that students choose to attend a 4-year university?

• To get a certificate in something.

• To earn a bachelor's degree.

• To learn a new language.

• To participate in summer camp.

Why is it important to dress appropriately for a job interview?

• To blend in with the office decor

• To show respect and professionalism

• To distract the interviewer

• To express your personal style

Which of the following demonstrates a lack of adaptability?

• Embracing new challenges with enthusiasm

• Sticking to old methods despite new evidence

• Seeking out new learning opportunities

• Collaborating with team members on new projects

What are effective ways to manage your time?

• Google Calendar

• To do lists

• planner

• all of the above

A team member is consistently late to meetings, causing frustration among the team. What steps could you take to address this issue?

• Publicly reprimand the team member during the next meeting.

• Ignore the behavior and hope it improves over time.

• Exclude the team member from future meetings.

• Discuss the issue privately with the team member to understand any underlying reasons and find a solution.

What is similar to a credit report?

• A GPA

• A report card

• A recommendation

• A statement

How did Sarah prepare for her interview?

• She watched a movie about job interviews.

• She did a mock interview with a friend and researched the company.

• She read a book about technology.

• She attended a job fair.