Personal Career Development Ch. 1
When looking for a job that is a good match with my job target, the most important thing to consider is which job:
is the best match with your skills, strengths, and interests.
A ___ involves performing a designated set of responsibilities and duties for a specific employer.
job
Describe the five phases of the job search journey
1. Prepare for the jounrey 2. create your resume 3. apply for a job 4. shine at interview 5. connect, accept, and succeed
Your Job Search Journey can be exciting because:
there may be more job options available to you than you realize right now
Which of the following should you include in your Master Career Portfolio? - select samples of your work - your resume - a written version of your 30 second commercial - a copy of your LinkedIn Proflie
All of the above
Your Career Builder Files contain both documents that you create and documents from other sources.
true
A job search journey is a once and a lifetime event that cannot be repeated
false
Because your goals are personal, you should not tell anyone what they are.
false
Only long-term goals need to be in writing
false
The most successful job seekers spend all their time looking for jobs, not keeping records of their job search activities.
false
You should write your resume in Phase One of your Job Search Journey, Prepare for the Journey.
false
The section of your Career Builder Files that contains documents that you will share with others, especially during interviews, is called:
final portfolio
Being proactive means
focusing on solving problems and taking responsibility.
After interviewing for a job:
follow up with potential employers to ensure they continue to see you as a possible employee.
Why is it a good idea to get organized as the first step in your Job Search Journey? List three things you will do to get organized for your Job Search Journey.
Getting organized now makes it easier to quickly access information needed for other steps in the journey. Student answers should include three of the following benefits of getting organized: (1) collect information in one place to make it easier to write resumes and/or job applications, (2) keep track of people who can help with the Job Search Journey, (3) be able to find documents when needed, (4) be able to move quickly when a job interview is scheduled, and (5) demonstrate professional organization to prospective employers.
The About Me section of your Career Builder Files could contain which group of documents?
Samples of your work, proof of identity, Career Action Worksheets from this textbook
Short-term goals are
goals you want to meet quickly and steps you need to take to meet your long-term goals
Describe three ways that a positive attitude and behavior can help you on your Job Search Journey.
Students can include three of the following benefits of a positive attitude: (1) build self-esteem and confidence; (2) generate mental and physical energy; (3) maintain health; (4) guide you toward goals; (5) help you stay focused to effectively market yourself; (6) project enthusiasm, competence, and presence; and (7) improve your performance.
A SMART Goal is
a goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time sensitive.
Defining your goals in writing - increases your chances of achieving them - clarifies the steps you need to take - helps you remember important details
all of the above
Having a positive outlook can affect your: - performance - confidnece - health - energy level
all of the above
What are some ways to manage your time? - plan ahead and avoid doing things the last minute - break large projects into small, manageable ones - use a calendar or daily planner
all of the above
What systems can you use to organize your files for your job search? - A file folder or a binder with tabs to hold all printed documents and notes - Cloud storage sites that you are comfortable using such asMicrosoft's OneDrive, Apple's iCloud, DropBox or Google's Drive - The tools you are used to using on your own computer for storing your files (and keeping them backed up)
all of the above
In which phase of the Job Search Journey would you network with others to find job openings?
apply for jobs
