BCOM exam 3

The summary statement section of a resume should include the applicant's

accomplishments, abilities, and attributes

When getting references for a job search, it is good idea to

ask permission to use them as a reference at least a month in advance of the job search.

The typical length that an informational interview is

20 to 30 minutes

How is a LinkedIn profile different from a resume?

A LinkedIn profile allows for a professional photo; a resume doesn't

What are the key sections of resumes and what are the purposes of these various sections?

A name block includes name and contact information A summary statement describes your overall qualifications for the job you are seeking The education section summarizes your education and training The work experience section lists your accomplishments and responsibilities from previous jobs. Additional information could include your technology skills, volunteer work, honors and awards, foreign language abilities, and other details.

Which of the following statements about cover letters is correct?

A solicited cover letter is a response to a formal job announcement.

A job candidate who is capable of maintaining effective workplace relationships demonstrates

caring

A resume is strongest if it has a(n)

central sales theme

The primary difference between a chronological resume and a functional resume is that

chronological resumes group information over time, whereas functional resumes present information in terms of key skills.

What is the first step you should take in order to land a job interview?

identify positions for which to apply.

When does the interviewer usually look at the interviewee's LinkedIn profile?

just before the job interview

In general, a resume should be how many pages in length

one

What is a common timeframe for the job search process from finding out about a position to receiving an offer of employment?

three to six months

When preparing a resume, you should focus on what abilities that you want to highlight

two or three

The key to determining the right questions to ask during an informational interview is to think about what

you want to learn

What purpose does a hypothetical question serve in a job interview?

Your answer provides the interviewer with insight into how you would handle a situation

Which of the following is good advice for writing a cover letter?

Be focused and concise

Which of the following exemplifies a probing interview question?

Can you tell me more about how your role in the department changed when you became a team leader?

Which of the following is an important step to take before applying for a job?

Check your online persona

Which of the following questions would likely be asked in an exit interview?

Do you think you had the resources and equipment necessary to do your job well here?

Which of the following is considered a good way to make a positive first impression in an interview?

Dress in clean, well- pressed business clothes

A problem - solving interview is used to familiarize buyers with a product or service they have purchased?

False

What is the difference between a selection interview and an appraisal interview?

In a selection interview, a manager meets with a potential employee to discuss an employment or promotion opportunity, whereas in an appraisal interview, a manager and employee meet to talk about the employee's past performance and future goals

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a professional's LinkedIn profile?

It allows for more space than your resume has.

Which of the following is a major section that should appear on a resume?

Summary statement

How does the STAR approach to answering interview questions can help you display your key abilities and attributes?

The star approach leads you to begin by describing a situation in which you created: a positive outcome, then describe the tasks you were assigned as part of a process, the actions you took that lead to an outcome, and the results that occurred. Each stage gives you a chance to highlight abilities and attributes that would help you be successful in the job you are seeking.

Networking is a proactive approach to building professional relationships to achieve shared company, career, and professional development.

True