1,2,3 unit test

transferable competencies are especially important to job seekers with limited work experience. (true/false)

true

your personal job preferences include such things as preferring to work in a team environment or by yourself. (true/false)

true

an in-demand industry is...

an industry that has many job openings; an industry that has more job openings than graduates or trained people to fill these jobs

when you describe your achievements, it is best to...

describe what you did, how you did it, and the importance of the results to the organization

a job-specific skill is one that an employer teaches you on the job. (true/false)

false

because your goals are personal, you should not tell anyone what they are (true/false)

false

employers don't consider an applicant's ability to work well in a team environment or to work well with others. (true/false)

false

on the job, you can ignore the silly rules if it helps you be more productive or get your job done faster or better. (true/false)

false

the most successful job seekers spend all their time looking for jobs, not keeping records of their records of their job search activities (true/false)

false

volunteer work is not a good way to explore your career interests because it is no paid work, so it doesn't count. (true/false)

false

being proactive means

focusing on solving problems and taking responsibility

defining your goals in writing...

increases your chance of achieving them, clarifies the steps you need to take, helps you remember important details

good ways to learn about differences between companies' cultures is...

talk to people who work for the company now or have worked for the company in the past, read what employees say on online social media sites such as Glasdor.com, read company website, especially, the mission, values, and ethics

if you can link your chosen field to an in-demand industry, you may find more job openings. (true/false)

true

skills, abilities, and attitudes that you can transfer from one job or career to another are called transferable skills. (true/false)

true

an organization's code of ethics is...

written guidelines for employees to follow based on the company's specific ethical standards and values.

which of the following is a job-specific skill? A- operate an industrial oven; B- arrive to work on time every day; C- maintain a positive attitude; D- none of the above

A- operate an industrial oven

what are things that you can demand of your employer? A- pay for work you have done; B- time off when you need it; C- access to a phone or internet; D- all of the above; E- none of the above

A-pay for work you have done

which of the following is a transferable competency? A- mix a dental adhesive; B- Drive a taxi in New York City; C- meet deadlines under pressure; D- none of the above

C- meet deadlines under pressure

A SMART goal is...

a goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time sensitive

Maia is completing an associate's degree in graphic design. Her job at the copy shop is probably.

a good way to develop transferable skills

_____ are accepted standards about what is right or wrong.

ethics

once you choose your career field, there is little difference between the jobs in your field. (true/false)

false

only long-term goals need to be in writing. (true/false)

false

the internet is generally considered an unreliable source for job information and career assessment tools. (true/false)

false

when looking for a job that is best fit for my career, the most important thing to consider is which job...

is the best match with your skills, strengths, and interests

having a positive outlook can affect your...

performance, confidence, health, and energy level

when considering your preferred work environment, it is good to think about the...

physical environment, emotional atmosphere, level of challenge the job presents

what are some ways to manage your time?

plan ahead to avoid doing things at the last minute, break large projects into small and manageable steps, use a calendar or daily planner

when you conduct your personal inventory of what you can offer an employer and what you want from a job, you should consider...

your education and training; your experience, skills, and achievements; your desire salary range

among other things, employers in the United States typically provide... A- a safe environment, based on industry standards; B- training on company procedures and methods; C- equal treatment regardless of sex, age, ethnicity, or religion; D- all of the above

D- all of the above

what are things that your employer can expect of you? A- follow safety and health rules; B- maintain a clean and orderly work area; C- be punctual and reliable; D- all of the above; E- none of the above

D- all of the above

____ are unwritten ruled of accepted behavior, best learned by observing others and seeking advice from trusted coworkers.

cultural norms

Eli has a degree related to computer repair, so he should look for jobs only at computer repair companies. (true/false)

false

a company's code of ethics or code of business conduct describes how the leaders just behave, not the employees. (true/false)

false

a job search is once in a lifetime event that cannot be repeated. (true/false)

false

short-term goals are...

goals you want to meet relatively quickly, steps you need to take to meet your long-term goals

A _______ involves performing a designated set of responsibilities and duties for a specific employer

job

respecting diversity is the responsibility of...

the company leaders, managers, and employees