Career Unit

A(n) __________ allows potential employers to see your skills in action before they hire you.

Audition interview

The __________ format lists your work history with dates, with your most recent employer and job title listed first.

Chronological

Is it okay to pause before answering a question to give yourself time to gather your thoughts?

True

Should you write a cover letter every time you submit a resume for a job?

True

When you are including past job titles in your Employment History section, you should make sure they are general enough to be understood by anyone who may read your resume.

True

Which of the following defines the STAR method for answering questions?

Situation, Task, Action, Result

The average job seeker should secure at least ________ reference(s).

3

What is a plain-text resume?

A resume that contains no formatting, except for line breaks

In which section of a resume would you most likely include your bilingual skills?

Additional Informaiton

Suppose a job application asks if you've ever been convicted of a crime. What should you do if you've been convicted of a violation of law other than a minor traffic violation?

Answer YES and include a typed explanation of the details of your conviction.

What is the first part of a cover letter?

Date

When filling out job applications, you'll need to provide a wide range of personal information. This can include your name, phone number, address, and ________.

Drivers License Number

What appears last in a cover letter?

Enclosure line

The spell-checking feature in most software packages will always find the spelling and/or grammatical errors on your resume.

False

Securing references is an important part of the application process. Avoid choosing ________ to make sure potential employers take your references seriously.

Family Members

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

Introduce you and summarize your resume, Sell you as the best candidate for the job, and Explain why you are interested in the job.

In the U.S., what should NOT be part of a resume?

Religious affiliation

What is a good technique for answering interview questions well?

Seeking feedback Define the GOA2L interview process? Greet, Offer, Answer, Ask, Leave

Many applications ask, "Why did you leave your previous position?" What would be a good answer?

Seeking new opportunities