Career Planning
A successful lawyer's main interest area would be _____.
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A word-processed résumé designed to be visually appealing is a _______.
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An example of a work stereotype is that _____.
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As the demand for goods and services increases, job growth _____.
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During this stage of résumé review, résumés are quickly scanned to eliminate as many candidates as possible:
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Four-year colleges and universities usually accept transfer credits from _____.
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What is one of the newest ways to receive education and training for your career?
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Which of the following statements about short-term goals is false?
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Which type of cover letter would the above excerpt come from?
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Xavier loves to sing and hum, and he always has music softly playing while he studies. The learning style that best fits Xavier is _____.
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A privately run institute that trains students for a particular profession is called a _____.
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A successful photographer's main area of interest would be _____.
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A(n) _____ is something a person wants to get out of a job or that brings them job satisfaction.
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According to the chart, the three fastest growing career areas include _____.
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All of the following are personality tests EXCEPT:
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Americans spend the largest portion of their budget on _____.
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An applicant should always print their résumé on paper that is _____.
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An electronic cover letter should be _____.
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An event organized for employers to meet with job seekers is called a _____.
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As the demand for goods and services decreases, job growth _____.
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During this stage of résumé review, employers determine who will receive interviews:
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Financial assistance intended to aid students in reaching their educational goals is called _____.
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In choosing a career, your personal resources are defined as _____.
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In order for a person to recognize needs that are not being met and make a career out of fulfilling unmet needs, that person must have _____.
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In which part of a cover letter does the applicant explain the purpose of the letter?
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Justine was interested in learning how to play the piano. She has been playing some basic songs, but still gets a lot of help from her teacher. What stage of ability development is Justine at?
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Something you enjoy or want to know more about is a(n) _____.
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The Department of Transportation built a new highway interchange outside of Raymond's town. Many of the businesses are suffering because the amount of traffic in town has been reduced. This is forcing employers to reduce their number of employees. What factor that affects the labor market is represented in this situation?
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The advantages of being an entrepreneur are _____.
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The decision that would most likely require the use of the decision-making process.
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The main purpose of a cover letter is to:
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The military is a formal workplace in which workers _____.
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The most productive way to find a job lead is to ____.
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The way you want to spend your time, money, and resources in the future are your _____.
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What is the minimum number of different résumé formats that an individual should have prepared?
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What is the typical relationship between a person's network size and the number of job leads they have?
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When a large marketing company contracts with a payroll service company to process employee checks for them, they are _____.
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When should you write a functional (skills) résumé?
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When workers use technology to work from home or an office center, they are _____.
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Which change should be made to the above cover letter excerpt before sending it to an employer?
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Which of the following is a "DON'T" regarding scannable résumés?
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Which of the following is an Internet job search "do"?
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Which of the following is an Internet job search "don't"?
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Which of the following statements about electronic cover letters is true?
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Which résumé formatting guideline, indicated by the red arrow, is being violated above?
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Which step in the decision-making process would help you in deciding how much money you want to make at work?
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Your _____ are the beliefs and principles that define who you are, shape attitudes and choices, and help set priorities
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_____ are different, even within the same job.
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A business' success depends on four key factors: financing, location, management, and _____.
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A man-made world event that would affect the labor market would be a(n) _____.
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A routine decision _____.
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A(n) ______ is a series of related jobs built on a foundation of interest, knowledge, training, and experience.
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A(n) ______close to a cover letter leads to more interviews because you are contacting the employer.
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After submitting a résumé electronically, how long should you wait before following up with an employer?
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An example of a difficult work decision would be:
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Buying a franchise might be a good decision for someone who _____.
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By working in a series of positions with increasing responsibilities, the owner of Stonegate Gardens has built her interest in flowers and plants into _____.
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During this stage of résumé review, employers use the résumé to guide interview questions:
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Freddie chose to become a teacher, because he cares about educating young adults and improving their lives. Of the reasons people work, the best match for why Freddie works is to _____.
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If you are interested in working for a specific company, what type of job site should you look at for opening?
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Justine was interested in learning how to play the piano. She has successfully passed every level of music book and is planning her own concert. What stage of ability development is Justine at?
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Match the association type with the person that best fits the description: organizational association
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Remy is applying for a job where the employer asks that a cover letter and résumé be submitted. Remy should:
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Scannable résumés are:
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Selecting a job based on your skills and interests is important, because on average, a person with a full time job works approximately _____ hours each year.
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The best way to start a statement on your résumé is with _____.
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The economy has an impact on _____.
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The education section of a résumé should list schools in order from _____.
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The first step you should take when organizing your job search is to:
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The three traits an entrepreneur must possess to be successful are _____.
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The type of cover letter written in response to a posted job opening:
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What part of the cover letter explains how the applicant's qualifications meet the needs of the company?
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Which of the following guidelines about maintaining a network is false?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when examining extrinsic job satisfaction?
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Which of the following is a "DO" regarding scannable résumés?
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Which of the following is an example of a result of personal decisions?
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Which of the following résumés would most likely get thrown in the garbage?
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Who pays fees to private employment agencies?
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Which type of cover letter would the above excerpt come from?
cElectronic cover letters are longer than traditional paper cover letters.
A business chartered by a state that legally operates as a separate entity from the owner(s) is called _____.
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A résumé can be delivered through _____.
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A(n) _____ is a general belief about a person or group of people that may not be true.
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According to Fair Employment Laws, it is illegal to discriminate on the basis of _____.
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According to Gardner, intelligence can be measure by a person having _____.
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According to the chart, which of the following career areas is NOT declining?
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Alice has noticed that she is starting to dread going to work every day. She is afraid that she is going to have to quit if things don't start to get better. What can Alice do to be more satisfied with her job?
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Alison knows e-mail is an important form of communication when seeking employment. She is going to create an e-mail account for her job search communications. Which of the following e-mail addresses would be most appropriate for Alison to use?
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Bachelor's degrees are typically earned in _____.
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Continuing education opportunities allow adults to _____.
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If you are interested in joining the military, you can attend school _____.
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If you have excellent reading, writing, and scientific literacy skills, you are said to have strong _____.
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If you know your résumé will be scanned, which of the following formatting options should be removed?
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If you like to spend time outdoors working with plants and animals, you have a(n) _____.
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In order for the economy to be strong, individuals must _____.
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Issac just completed his master's degree in regional planning, if he wants to continue his education even further, he could pursue his _____ degree.
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Jefferson is interested in starting his own business. He plans to borrow money from the local bank in order to finance the business. They will require him to submit a business plan and a(n) _____.
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Jonathan enjoys working with numbers, recognizing patterns, problem solving. The learning style that best fits Jonathan is _____.
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Justine was interested in learning how to play the piano. She has become very accomplished and has begun teaching her own students. What stage of ability development is Justine at?
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Lana has worked on many teams before, but she always felt like she ended up doing a lot of the work. If Lana could form her own team, she should look for someone who _____.
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Luke is going to school to get a degree in Veterinary Medicine. He wants to work in an animal hospital after he graduates. Which of the following job options would be most beneficial to Luke's career while he is going to school?
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Match the association type with the person that best fits the description: opportunistic association
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Match the association type with the person that best fits the description: professional association
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Ramona just complete several personal career profiles and is ready to make a career decision. Based on her career profiles, which of the following would be her best career decision?
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School-to-work programs unite _____.
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Select the word that best fits the definition: Economic activity characterized by fluctuating levels of growth and decline
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Someone who enjoys working with numbers and words, facts, and data would have an interest in _____.
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The above statement is taken from a job advertisement. If Jessica is tailoring her résumé to this advertisement, which of the following words should she include, because it is most likely a keyword?
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The following factors affect the labor market EXCEPT:
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Transferable skills necessary for successful employment include _____.
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When tailoring a résumé, what is the first step that should take place?
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Which of the following factors should a student consider before selecting a college?
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Which of the following headings should be included in your résumé?
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Which of the following is not included in the heading of a cover letter?
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Which of the following statements about electronic résumés is false?
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Which one of the following words is NOT an action verb?
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Why is it important to take special steps to format an electronic résumé properly?
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You would most likely find _____ in a formal workplace.
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Your lifestyle is determined by _____.
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The Internet can be used to:
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According to the chart, jobs in information services have the best career outlook.
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Based on Tiffany's personal career profile rating, her personal values and the career values of a social worker do not match well.
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Career selection should be based on salary alone.
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Electronic cover letters are longer than traditional paper cover letters.
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Electronic résumés have an attractive, highly formatted appearance.
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Given the option of receiving a generic résumé or a tailored résumé, employers prefer generic résumés.
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Having a funny voicemail message is a good idea, because it shows the employer your sense of humor.
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If you do not complete high school, you are typically paid more than those who pursue post-secondary education
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If your qualifications do not match the requirements of the position you are applying for, it is okay to lie about them in order to get an interview.
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Investing in yourself and your career often requires you to "play it safe".
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Jobs that require lower level skills have better benefits, like health insurance, than jobs that require a college education.
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Jobs that require you to use your aptitudes are typically unrewarding.
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Location is not important for a business.
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Lois has been working as a cashier at FoodMart for the past 20 years. This would be considered a career.
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Most careers do not require training or education beyond high school.
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Percy's GPA is 2.75, so he should list it on his résumé.
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Personal decisions are not related to career decisions.
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Post-secondary education and training is an inexpensive and minor investment.
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Searching a résumé for keywords can be compared to searching the Internet when conducting research.
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Stereotypes are impossible to overcome.
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The average person usually has between 15 - 30 acquaintances.
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The decisions you make at work will only affect you.
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To be out of work is to be employed.
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Today, almost every career path is open to men, but women are still limited in which jobs they can have.
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Your networking contact list should be limited to family members.
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A cover letter is difficult to write because you must write about yourself without sounding self-centered or selfish.
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A cover letter may be searched for keywords.
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A job done well can build a person's self-esteem.
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A job search should be treated like a full time job.
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An electronic résumé is a plain-looking document.
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Being able to drive a car is an example of a skill.
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Being aware of your personality type is important, because some personality types fit a particular career better than others.
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Different jobs within the same profession may require more or less education.
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Electronic cover letters should still follow a business letter format, even though e-mail is a less formal type of communication.
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Employers may require job candidates take a personality test to make sure they are the right fit for their company.
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Employers prefer to hire someone who has been referred to them, rather than a complete stranger.
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Entrepreneurs are self-motivated and recognize opportunities around them.
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Even though Yvonne is terrible at playing tennis, she could still consider it an interest of hers.
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For every decision you make, there is a trade-off.
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Franchises tend to have better success rates that non-franchised businesses.
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Having a realistic self-concept means you see yourself as you are, not what you want to be.
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Having just one error on a cover letter may eliminate an applicant from being considered for employment.
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Having just one typo on your résumé can eliminate you from a job pool.
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If you decide to get married, a trade-off would be that you have to give up being single.
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If you want to compare your qualifications to an employers requirements, a T-letter is the best cover letter format to use.
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In order to scan résumés, employers will use a scanner which looks like a compact copy machine.
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In some countries, the work a person does is mandated by their parents.
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Including positive personal qualities on your résumé can help compensate for lack of paid work experience.
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It is possible to have what would be considered contradicting personality traits.
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It is possible to possess elements of more than one learning style.
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Job seekers often spend a large amount of time writing their résumés and neglect to write quality cover letters.
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More companies are posting job advertisements on industry specific sites, because the applicants are usually more qualified.
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Networking online is an effective and easy way to meet many people in the same field or industry.
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One disadvantage of telecommuting is feeling socially isolated.
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Risk is a work value that would fit a police officer.
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Since a ski instructor can only teach people to ski when there is snow on the ground, this job is considered seasonal.
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Someone who does not have an aptitude or ability in a career area is at a disadvantage if they select a career in that field.
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The information included in a résumé should always relate to the job objective; if it isn't related, it shouldn't be included.
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When Christina looked at the tag on the dress she just purchase, she noticed it said "Made in Korea". By purchasing this dress, Christina is participating in the global economy.
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When creating a résumé, other experiences should be included only if they are relevant to the job objective.
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Writing an effective résumé requires the author to select their wording very carefully.
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Outsourcing and telecommuting are examples of which workplace trend?
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Employers search résumés for keywords manually and electronically.
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