Career Exploration
Amin works as an advertising art director. He got his current position when a headhunter spotted the artwork he posted on his popular art blog and Instagram account. Which method did Amin use to develop his professional network?
He participated in online social media.
What is the difference between a panel interview and a group interview?
In a panel interview, several interviewers meet with one interviewee. In a group interview, one interviewer presents to several interviewees.
Which of the following social networking tools is best for professional networking?
Which of the following social networking tools is most recommended for developing your professional network?
What is the relationship between college degrees and wage earnings?
People with a four-year degree are more likely to earn more money than people without any college degree.
Katie is nervous about her upcoming job opportunities and wants to make sure that her résumé is perfect. What is the best advice for her?
Use action verbs and phrases.
Which of the following will make your résumé more effective?
Use action verbs and phrases.
Which of the following are transferable skills?
Which of the following are transferable skills?
A résumé is which of the following?
a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more
Which best describes a résumé?
a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more
A cover letter is which of the following?
a professional letter you write to introduce yourself and tell a prospective employer why you qualify for a position
Which of the following is a professional accomplishment that could go on a résumé?
certification in a job-related skill
Tricia accepted a job right out of school with a large company in Washington D.C. Initially the work interested her, but now, four years later, she is wondering why she's still there and if she is actually progressing toward her career goals. According to the PDCA model, what stage is Tricia in of the process of career development?
check
Which of the following should NOT be included on a résumé?
childhood hobbies
Which of the following is a skill that employers in most fields are looking for in a new hire?
clear writing
Cha'relle works as an editor at a publishing house. She got her position after interviewing another editor and following that editor's advice about who to talk to and what skills to acquire. Which method did Cha'relle use to develop her professional network?
conducting informational interviews
Which of the following will be most beneficial to help you grow your professional network?
connect with your parents' friends as network contacts
Which of the following can career quizzes help you do?
create a list of your skills and match your skills to job types
Which of the following steps will most effectively help you grow your professional network?
create and regularly update a LinkedIn profile
Which of the following are transferable skills?
critical thinking
Which of the following are transferable skills?
customer service skills
Which of the following are transferable skills?
accepting constructive criticism
Most colleges and universities have ________ programs with networking resources to help you make important connections pertaining to your future career.
alumni
Which of the following is a professional accomplishment that could go on a résumé?
an award earned in your field
Which of the following best describes a career?
an occupation a person undertakes for a significant amount of time
Which of the following is the best description of a career?
an occupation a person undertakes for a significant amount of time
Besides the pay, what other factors do college graduates typically consider critical when making career choices?
personal satisfaction, enjoyment, opportunity to use skills and abilities, and personal development
Which of the following does PDCA, the strategy to carry out change, stand for?
plan-do-check-act
Which of the following is an ineffective strategy for a phone or web conference interview?
playing a game on your phone or computer during the interview
Which of the following can help support, guide, and empower you in every step of the career development process?
the campus career center
Which of the following can help you obtain invaluable career development assistance?
the campus career center
Which of the following are examples of "hard skills"?
using Adobe Photoshop, operating a buzzsaw, speaking Mandarin Chinese
Ray works as an accountant for a non-profit organization. Ray got his current position after volunteering at a few of the non-profit's events and becoming friends with some of its employees. Which method did Ray use to develop his professional network?
volunteering
Which of the following are examples of "soft skills"?
working well in a group, exuding confidence, treating others with respect
Which of the following are skills that employers in a wide range of fields are looking for?
writing and speaking clearly
Employers have said that when they hire, they place the greatest value on skills that cut across all majors. Which is an example of those types of skills?
written and oral communication skills
How long should you continue to learn after college?
your whole life
Which of the following is the best approach for a lunch interview?
use your best table manners
Which of the following is the most effective response to the interview question, "What is your greatest weakness?"
"I can be blunt, so my criticism can come off as harsh. I have been practicing softening my language when I give criticism so I don't sound rude."
Which of the following entries is the most effectively worded for including on a résumé?
"I organized biannual volunteer projects with upwards of 100 volunteers per event.
Which of the following is the most effective response to the interview question "What is your greatest weakness?"
"In the past I haven't been great at planning and prioritizing tasks. However, I am taking steps to fix that by using a planning app and marking deadlines on my calendar."
Bert works as a cashier in a bookstore for an hourly wage. He likes his work, but he doesn't want to be doing the same thing five years from now. On the other hand, Ernie works in a different bookstore. He started as a cashier and was promoted to a manager. Ernie has been learning about marketing, and five years from now he hopes to be working on marketing projects for his current bookstore or perhaps a different bookstore. Which of the following statements best fits this scenario?
Bert has a job; Ernie has a career.
Which of the following is good advice for choosing a major?
Choosing the right major is important, but there's no need to rush. Take some time to think it over.
Which of the following is true for selecting a major?
Choosing the right major is important, but there's no need to rush. Take some time to think it over.
Victorio moved to Chicago as a young adult and loves the opportunities for socializing and networking that the city provides. Which of the following criteria might he consider as a deal-breaker or deal-maker for his future career?
Do most people in that particular field work in a city or in a small town?
Kyle is in the last year of his pre-med major and plans to be a doctor. He interns at a hospital to gain experience and help pay for school. While at the hospital, Kyle sees a lot of nurses who are frustrated with some of the medical equipment and tools, and Kyle has a few ideas for designing better medical tools. Instead of going on to medical school, Kyle decides he wants to start a business designing and selling medical equipment to hospitals. Which of the following statements is true of Kyle?
While Kyle's career path has changed from what he originally intended, his major still provides him with necessary skills and knowledge he can use in his new career path.
Leticia majors in criminal justice with plans to become a paralegal. After graduating, she has a hard time finding a job and ends up working at the local newspaper as a copyeditor. After a while, Leticia's boss asks if she would be willing to write a story on a controversial trial taking place the next town over. Leticia's story is a big hit, and Leticia begins a career in crime and trial reporting. Which of the following statements is true of Leticia?
While Leticia's career path has changed from what she originally intended, her major still provides her lots of necessary skills and knowledge she can use in her new career path.
"Why do you want this job?" "Where would you like to be in your career five years from now?" "What can you do for us that other candidates can't?" These are all examples of
basic interview questions.
"Why should we hire you?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" "What attracted you to this company?" These are all examples of
basic interview questions.
"What is your greatest failure, and what did you learn from it?" "What assignment was too difficult for you, and how did you resolve the issue?" "How do you handle working with people who annoy you?" These are all examples of
behavioral interview questions.
Which of the following are "soft skills"?
being a good listener, demonstrating common sense, having the ability to work under pressure
Cheyenne doesn't know what she wants to major in yet, but she knows that she has never enjoyed English or history classes. Which strategy is Cheyenne using to choose a major?
narrowing choices by deciding what she doesn't like
You are a college-ready student if you have the necessary knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors to do which of the following?
earn a certificate or degree in college
Which of the following should you include on a résumé?
education, work experience, relevant skills, contact information
Which of the following are transferable skills?
enthusiasm and positive attitude
Keon isn't sure exactly what career he wants after he graduates. He really loves nature and being outside, and he definitely doesn't want to work in an office. Which of the following options best lists the majors Keon should consider?
environmental science, geology, biology, parks and recreation management
The PDCA strategy is used for which of the following?
evaluating where you are in the career-development process and identifying your next steps
Which of the following is the PDCA strategy used for?
evaluating where you are in the career-development process and identifying your next steps
Nolan enjoys math, particularly statistics. He investigates what jobs use statistics, and he begins to learn what is required for careers such as market researcher and data analyst. Which stage of career development is Nolan currently in?
exploring
If you are looking for more information on choosing a major or career path from others who can best relate to your current situation, you should talk to
fellow students and graduating seniors.
Which of the following is an effective way to acquire skills?
find a project and get involved
Which of the following should a cover letter accomplish?
get the reader's attention, reflect genuine interest in the position, and explain why you are the best person for the position
What are the five steps for choosing a career?
get to know yourself, get to know your field, prioritize your "deal makers" and rule out your "deal breakers," make a preliminary career decision and create a plan of action, go out and achieve your career goal
What is the five-step process for choosing a career?
get to know yourself, get to know your field, prioritize your "deal makers" and rule out your "deal breakers," make a preliminary career decision and create a plan of action, go out and achieve your career goal
Igor graduated with a bachelor's degree in statistics and found an entry-level job as a data analyst for a large soft drink company. He notices that most of the manager's in his department have master's degrees. He starts to research about whether or not to pursue a master's degree so that he can advance his career. During his next meeting with his boss, he is going to ask if he can take on more responsibilities with his team and seek out more learning opportunities. Which stage of career development is Igor experiencing?
growing
Daryll has a lot of interests, but is having a hard time narrowing down what he wants to study and what type of career he wants to have. Which of the following can best help him choose a career?
his childhood interests, his personality traits, his pre-existing skills
Which traits are typical of the exploring stage of career development?
identifying your interests and aptitudes and trying out jobs
Dimitri was initially interested in pre-med with plans to become a doctor. He job-shadowed a doctor at a hospital, and he was fascinated by the careful combination of drugs the doctor used to treat patients. Dimitri remembers that he has always done well in his chemistry classes. He chooses to major in organic chemistry. Which steps did Dimitri take to help him choose a major?
in-depth career exploration and identifying talents and interests
In addition to financial- and employment-related reasons, which of the following is the main purpose of college?
intellectual and personal growth
If you want to identify good networking resources and make connections that will enhance your career opportunities, you should look into your college ________ program.
internship
Nyssa has been working as a freelance graphic designer for 15 years. She has accumulated a stable base of regular clients, and she enjoys the work she does for them. However, lately she hasn't been feeling as inspired about her work as she did when she first started. Which stage of career development is Nyssa currently in?
maintaining
Which of the following is NOT something you should do to prepare for an interview?
prepare a speech about what your last position was like
While you can network anywhere, which of the following are the best places for professional networking?
professional conferences, fundraising events, LinkedIn
Which of the following items should you NOT include in your cover letter?
reasons why you left your last position
Which of the following should you AVOID in your cover letter?
reasons why you left your last position
Maribel has been working as a print media graphic designer for almost twenty years. Recently, she feels like she has fallen into a creative rut. She decides to tackle a new, more challenging project by volunteering to design a website for a local bike advocacy non-profit. Which stage of career development is Maribel experiencing?
reinventing
Which of the following should you bring with you to a job interview?
résumé, cover letter, list of references
You should bring which of the following to a job interview?
résumé, cover letter, portfolio of work
Which of the following are examples of "hard skills"?
sewing a dart in a dress, writing Python code, operating an x-ray machine
Employers have said that when they hire, they place the greatest value on skills that cut across all majors. What are some examples of those types of skills?
teamwork skills and critical thinking
To be a career-ready person, which of the following must you have?
the necessary knowledge and technical skills needed to be employed in your desired field
Which of the following must you have to be considered career-ready?
the necessary knowledge and technical skills needed to be employed in your desired field
Networking is best defined as which of the following?
the process by which people build relationships with one another for the purpose of helping one another achieve professional goals
Which of the following best defines networking?
the process by which people build relationships with one another for the purpose of helping one another achieve professional goals
Jake is ready for his career as an interior designer once he has
the qualifications needed to obtain an entry-level design job.
Virginia is ready for a career in nursing when she has
the qualifications needed to obtain an entry-level nursing job.
Which of the following is the best description of a job?
the work a person performs for a living
Which of the following is the best technique to win a face-to-face interview from a screening interview?
try to stand out from the competition