CCS Ch 9

True

Exercising regularly will help relieve the stress of a job search (T/F).

review your interviewing skills

If you are getting interviews, but not job offers

resume and cover letter

If you are not getting called for interviews, redo your

True

It is a good idea to ask a recruiter at a job fair what he/she looks for in potential employees (T/F).

True

It is illegal to discriminate in any aspect of employment including job advertisements and testing (T/F).

False

Networking efforts for adults who are re-entering the job market are not as critical as they are for new college graduates (T/F).

False

Reviewing advertised jobs in local trade magazines is NOT an effective method for identifying job leads (T/F).

False

Sending an interesting and relevant article to a networking contact will make you look desperate for a job (T/F).

True

Under the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 2009, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against job applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability and genetic information (T/F).

False

When attending a job fair, it is NOT necessary to bring multiple copies of your resume OR to research the companies who might be in attendance--use only your appearance and "gift of gab" to knock them off their feet (T/F).

True

When meeting with a potential employer for an interview, it is a good idea to dress in attire that would be appropriate for the most dressed-up day on the job when you meet senior executives or industry leaders (T/F).

all of the above (on campus, online, through your network)

Where can job leads be found

enter at a higher pay rate

Which of the following is NOT likely to happen to a career changer who has been out of work for several years--he/she will likely

are you married

Which of the following is an illegal question

technology is part of all aspects of the job search

Which of the following is true

75% of jobs are considered hidden and not advertised

Which of the following is true about "hidden" jobs

an employer might ask you about how you will deal with hypothetical situations

Which of the following is true about an interview

it is okay to prepare a scripted introduction before a networking event

Which of the following is true about networking in a job search

it is goal-oriented and short-term

Which of the following is true of a job search plan

they are less valuable if you do not prepare in advance

Which of the following is true of campus career resources

it involves actively listening to others and trying to understand them

Which of the following is true regarding improving your overall wellness

True

Adding a YouTube video resume that reflects your personality and demonstrates your presentation and interpersonal skills can make your online presence more personal (T/F).

an industry site visit

All of the following can take place at a career fair except

a short, concise marketing statement

An elevator pitch is

False

An employer will let you know ahead of time if he or she plans to ask you an illegal question in an interview (T/F).

False

Before the interview, there is NO need to call to confirm the date, time and place for your appointment--you are sharp enough to impress them even if you aren't there at the exact date, time and place first agreed upon (T/F).

False

A follow-up thank-you note is NOT a good idea for a recruiter contact that you meet at a job fair since the contact is only temporary (T/F).

False

A general interview format consists of questions that are consistent and asked of all applicants (T/F).

True

A networking relationship must be reciprocal (benefit both people) to work effectively (T/F).

social wellness

A person who seeks out ways to connect to nature and the local community is focused on

intellectual wellness

Completing a Sudoku puzzle every day can improve your

False

Creating an entrepreneurial venture while conducting a job search will send mixed messages to a potential employer and lessen your chances of finding paid employment (T/F).

False

Spiritual wellness has NO impact on your ability to manage difficult times or emotional hardships (T/F).

asking for a job after your first meeting

The following behavior will NOT nurture a networking contact

True

Your college/university campus may be a good resource to use in finding a job because career centers, alumni associations and career counseling are often available to you (T/F).

Hidden job

____________ is a job that is not advertised or that is expected to become available in the near future

Interview

____________ is a meeting where the goal is to learn more about the person being interviewed

Entrepreneur

____________ is a person who starts his/her own business

Strategy

____________ is a plan of action

Elevator pitch

____________ is a short, targeted introduction that tells about who you are, what makes you unique and your goals (and that usually ends with a question)

Job/career fair

____________ is an opportunity for job seekers to meet a large group of employers who are looking to recruit for open positions

Career success

____________ is attainment of your own personal career goals

Job lead

____________ is information on a possible job opening

Action step

____________ is something you can do to achieve your goals

Success

____________ is the attainment of something of value

Negotiate

____________ is to discuss the terms and conditions of employment to maximize satisfaction

Launch

____________ is to start something

Network

____________ is utilizing contacts that you have in order to achieve a goal

Wellness

____________ is your health, including emotional, occupational, physical, intellectual and spiritual

Relaunch

____________ means to start again