WorksheetsCareers - Unit 7
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
Nabila has a virtual interview tomorrow and is nervous. She should do all of the following to prepare EXCEPT…
Test her technology, including internet and audio
Dress comfortably; professional dress is not needed
Have a clutter-free background
Show positive body language, like good posture and eye contact
Lilly has no work experience. How can she improve her resume?
Emphasize her education and highlight her strong GPA
Create fictional positions she held in the past
Leave out volunteer experience since it's not paid work
Include a lengthy paragraph at the top of her resume explaining why she has no previous work experience
Grayson has a job interview tomorrow. What is the BEST advice for him?
Don't ask questions during the interview.
Ask about vacation and sick leave.
Arrive at least 60 minutes early.
Research the company to see if his values match its mission.
Why is going to college often seen as a good financial decision in the United States?
College graduates always have higher-paying jobs than high school graduates
College graduates earn more on average over their lifetime than high school graduates
Most people don’t have student debt after college
Students get partial ownership in the university after paying tuition
Which statement about a cover letter is TRUE?
It presents the same information as your resume.
It highlights your strengths and interest in a position.
It is usually 2-3 pages long.
It can be used to apply to many different jobs.
If you had a bad experience at a previous job, what should you do instead of speaking negatively about the organization?
Talk about what you learned
Don't mention your previous job
Make up a positive story
Speak negatively about coworkers
When are you MOST likely to use pre-prepared conversation starters?
Uploading a recording of yourself to a job board
Introducing yourself to a hiring manager at a career fair
Sending a follow-up email after an interview
Writing your resume and cover letter
What is a resume for?
To list your interests
To highlight your work experience and qualifications
To give references
To show your social media profiles
What is the STAR method?
A way to calm nerves before an interview
A framework for answering interview questions
A technique for small talk with interviewers
A way to find a job online
Neil chose to work as a real estate agent after high school. This decision has all of the following advantages, EXCEPT…
He started earning money sooner
He gained work experience and skills
He expanded his range of possible job opportunities
He learned about an industry
What is the best way to use an online job board?
Apply to every job, even if you're not interested
Create a profile, set filters, and sign up for alerts
Use job boards only once or twice a month
Search for specific job titles or companies, but not both
In the first paragraph of a cover letter, you should do all of the following EXCEPT…
Show interest in the company
Identify the position you are applying for
Say how you learned about the job
Explain why you left your last job
A LinkedIn networking best practice is...
Join many professional groups
Ask a favor from a new connection
Message hiring managers about your application
Create a catchy headline to attract employers
How should you format your resume for jobs in the United States?
Use creative fonts and colors
Keep it simple with clear headings and bullet points
Include as much information as possible
Add a friendly tone and a professional photo
Why should you personalize each thank you note after an interview?
To show you’re polite
To make a lasting impression
To avoid offending anyone
Because it is required
What is the main purpose of a job interview?
To make the final hiring decision
To share the company's history
To see if the candidate fits the company
To discuss salary and benefits
Which of the following is LEAST important when preparing for a job interview?
Researching the company
Practicing interview answers
Memorizing all employees' names
Planning your route
Which is a benefit of networking?
You can skip the interview process
You don't need a resume
You build professional relationships
You get a guaranteed job offer
What is the best way to follow up after a job interview?
Send a thank you email within 24 hours
Send a handwritten letter a week later
Call the interviewer every day
Wait for the interviewer to contact you
What should you avoid putting on your resume?
Your contact information
Your work experience
A list of your hobbies
Your educational background
