21 Century Final

When you gather information on how many jobs will be available in a certain field in the future, you are researching

Career outlook

A(n)_______________ is a short, informal talk with someone who works in a career that appeals to you.

Exploratory interview

The combination of your attitudes, behaviors, and characteristics...

Personality

A list of people you know is...

A contact list

What is not taken into account when determining a persons' career path?

Genetics

Using someone else's work and passing it off as your own. This includes having family members or a friend write your essay for you.

Global Plagiarism

A formal, unpaid position that allows you to learn job skills

Internship

Learning design software, applying to college, and creating a website to showcase work are examples of _____________ that lead to career as a graphic artist.

Short term goals

Someone who places a high value on family would probably

choose a career which allowed plenty of time with family

Which of the following is an example of body language that shows confidence?

A firm handshake

This type of learner learns best by listening to themselves and others

Auditory

"Extras" provided by many employers, including insurance, vacations, and retirement plans

Benefits

A person who draws their energy from other is classified as:

Extrovert

(t or f ) When considering career choices it is not necessary to consider personal values.

False

Websites, newsgroups, and online bulletin boards are three kinds of...

Internet job services

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

Interviewing friends and family to know if the position is a good fit for you

Which is an example of an effective study skills?

Making note cards and quizzing yourself

Identify the last major step necessary to give a speech.

Practice presentation

Active listening does NOT include:

Preparing a rebuttal for the speaker

People who will recommend you to an employer

References

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

Relationship building, Open communication, seeking a win/win solution, (all of the above)

This is a brief summary of a job applicant's personal information, education, skills, work experience, activities and interests.

Resume

An example of a benefit is a

Retirement plan

Mental or physical tension that is the body's natural response to conflict is called...

Stress

The way you see yourself is

Self-concept

Working in a homeless shelter as part of course work is called

Service learning

What is the difference between salary and hourly wages?

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

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

A thank you letter after the interview.

Identify the first major steps necessary for writing a research paper.

Brainstorm ideas

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

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

Which is a benefit of collaboration and teamwork?

It expands your social network and creates new connections.

Prioritization is a skill that helps you reach your goals because:

It focuses on the most important tasks first.

You can avoid plagiarism by

Rewriting the text into your own words, using quotation marks, including the proper citation, (all of the above)

Understanding how beliefs affect how a person feels or acts is an example of

Self management

A school program that involves doing community service as part of your school work.

Service learning

Driving a tow truck and repairing engines are examples of

Tasks and responsibilities

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

Someone who reads to patients in a hospital for free is a

Volunteer

When preparing for a career, it is important to figure out how much time, money, and effort will be needed for

education and training

A person who is introverted and enjoys working with numbers would probably prefer a career as a

Accountant

An example of a job from the business and administration career cluster is a(n)

Accountant

If you are the kind of person who wants to succeed in whatever you do, you value

Achievement

The ability to change and be flexible as a problems arise and priorities shift is...

Adaptability

Jung theorized that...

All people have a degree of each personality trait in them, all people fell on a spectrum of personality traits that were unique to that person, all people have the ability to be shy and outgoing in response to different situations, (All of the above)

Your potential for learning a new skill

Aptitude

When attending a networking event, what should you focus on first before asking for connections or advice?

Building a relationship with people first.

Before going to a job interview, which of these will NOT help you prepare?

Clean out your email box

Which of the following would be considered a priority?

Completing a 40 point assignment for math when you are failing math.

Students are hired to perform the jobs they have been taught in their high school classes, while still in school

Cooperative program

This type of note taking requires the student to create a cue and outline column. The bottom of the page includes a summary section. This type of note taking is called:

Cornell method

The "Dictionary of Occupational Titles" is a guide to

Job Titles

The question "is the work mainly physical or mental?" is a question about

Job tasks

IN choosing part time work, students should place emphasis on

Jobs that offer career related experiences

People who prefer lots of structure and scheduling in their lives are examples of

Judging

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.

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

To introduce you to an employer and explain why you are sending them your resume.

Skills you can use in many different situations are called

Transferable skills

(t or f) A personal career profile form helps you to match what you know about yourself with what you know about different careers.

True

These learners learn best from lectures, group discussions, and talking things through.

Auditory learner

Building relationships at work can...

Create relationships that lead to new opportunities later.

What is the best way to stand out in a competitive job market?

Do research about the company you will interview with and ask intelligent questions at the interview.

Recognizing problem, a gap between what is and what should or could be is

Problem solving

The ability to find solutions and be creative when overcoming challenges is

Problem solving

Judging the accuracy of reports is just part of this basic skill

Reading

The principles you live by and the beliefs that are important to you are called...

Values

All of these can potentially give you valuable information about a career except

Watching television shows about the career

When gathering information about an industry, pay attention to whether it is a growth industry. What does that mean?

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

When you ________________, you will have all the materials needed to complete a task.

Are organized

__________________ is NOT an effective way to do research about a job you want.

Asking your friends about the company or the job

What is one benefit to working collaboratively on a team?

Each person gets to contribute in their own unique way.

(t or f) An individual career plan only includes long-term goals.

False

(t or f) Attending WACC for building trades is an example of a SMART goal.

False

(t or f) Creating a personal career plan does not affect whether you meet your career goals.

False

(t or f) Once you complete school, you will not need any further education or training.

False

(t or f) Once you have established an individual career plan, you should not change it.

False

(t or f) The Cornell method of note taking uses a visual representation of information such as charts and graphs

False

(t or f) You are born with skills that can help you decide which career to pursue.

False

(t or f)Vocational-technical centers are more expensive than trade schools.

False

When planning your time, it is important to plan for

Family responsibilities

Those of us that absorb information using our "gut" feeling are using what temperment?

Feeling

When you make a decision, you should first define your needs, next you should:

Gather information

International careers are more common now because of the growth in the...

Global economy

What is an example of positive body language?

Good posture

What is the purpose of sending a thank you letter after an interview?

It reinforces your skills and restates your interest in the job.

This method of note taking uses visual markers to represent relationships, sequences, and importance.

Mind-mapping method

The act of copying and pasting together pieces of different texts to create a new text

Mosaic plagiarism

A person with a kinesthetic learning style learns best by

Moving around and interacting with objects

If an interviewer asks you how old you are, what should you do?

Politely defer from answering, and change the subject to your skills.

How can a professional association help you reach your career goals?

Professional associations host networking events and connect you to people in the careers and industries you are interested in.

What is the best relationship between short and long term goals?

Setting short term goals now helps us reach long term goals later.

Which is not an example of professional networking?

Setting up your computer network in your home office.

Showing understanding, friendliness, and respect for others feelings in an example of

Social skills

(t or f) According to Keys to your Future, 65% of jobs require some form of training after high school.

True

(t or f) An apprenticeship offers a person the opportunity to learn the trade on the job.

True

(t or f) Common knowledge refers to information that does not need source reference.

True

(t or f) It is important to evaluate your career plan periodically to make sure you meet your set goals.

True

(t or f) Short term goals are stepping stones to achieving your long term goals.

True

(t or f) When setting career goals it is important to be realistic.

True

(t or f) You will be able to use many of the skills you have now for your whole life.

True

All of the following will improve your study skills EXCEPT

Turning on the television or radio to reduce background noise.