Keys to Your Future

What is the difference between a salary and an hourly wage?

A salary is paid no matter how many hours you work whereas an hourly wage is paid only for the time on your job.

A resume and cover letter help secure interviews. What can help secure a job offer?

A thank you letter after the interview.

___________ is the ability to change and be flexible as problems arise and priorities shift.

Adaptability

What is the difference between careers and industries?

An industry is a filed or a subject area whereas careers are they type of work that is done by an individual.

What does a growth industry mean?

An industry that is growing and adding jobs, which means it may be easier to get work.

What study skill is being used when taking a large project and breaking it down into smaller manageable tasks?

Chunking

What is one benefit of working collaboratively on a team?

Each person gets to contribute in their own unique way.

How can managing your personal life help with reaching your goals?

Eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep can reduce stress and help you study.

Which aspects of your life do you need to pay attention to in order to reach long and short term goals?

Finances, social life, academics, and personal life.

What is NOT apart of a college application?

Financial aid application and FAFSA form

What does it mean to grow your network while in high-school?

Having regular check-ins with teachers and counselors to discuss goals.

Why should you block time on a calendar to study on a regular basis?

Improving your time management helps you study regularly instead of cramming.

What research will help prepare you before you apply for a job?

Informational interviews on the position and background research on the company.

Why is paying attention to how you present yourself in an interview important and helpful in securing a job?

It allows the interviewer to focus on you and your skills.

What is a benefit of collaboration and teamwork?

It expands your social network and creates new connections.

When faced with balancing your financial life, which is an effective first step?

Notice what you spend your money on, list areas where you can save.

What do college students need to spend more time doing in order to meet long-term academic goals?

Planning for study time outside of class.

______________ is the ability to find solutions and be creative when overcoming challenges.

Problem Solving

What can help to reduce the damage that a conflict can cause on a project or on a team?

Relationship building, Open communication, and Seeking a win/win solution

An example of a college student practicing effective problem solving techniques?

Seeking out academic support at the student center before a report is due.

What is the relationship between short and long term goals?

Setting short-term goals now, helps reach long-term goals later.

What is an effective way of mending relationships that may have been neglected?

Taking time to meet up and hang out together.

How can body language, tone of voice, and eye contact improve your ability to secure a job during an interview?

They can communicate a positive energy which can mean more interest and enthusiasm for the job.

How should resumes and cover letters be written to help you obtain a job that meets your career goals?

They should list your accomplishments and how your skills meet the needs of the job.

An important part of time management

Thinking about how much time you spend on each task, and in what order they should be done.

What may happen if you change your major in college?

You may need to take additional courses during a summer semester.

How can goal setting help with academic performance?

It helps you focus on what needs to be done and why.

As a prospective student, why should you request an interview with your college application?

It shows the college that you are really interested.

Relationship building at work can. . . . .

create relationships that lead to new opportunities later

What is an outcome of asking for help in the workplace?

It helps you and your whole team get the help you need.