career development 101- final
an average medium-term goal can take between __ to __ years to achieve it
2-5
what percent of people truly love their work?
20%
a resume is usually read for less than ____seconds by an employer
30
the first _____seconds are the key to a successful interview
30
the likelihood of a job seeker actually getting a job offer as a result of an Internet Job board posting is less than ____%, whereas 80% of all new hires result from personal networking
5
the average American knows _____ contacts
500-600
______ % of all the opportunities are found in the hidden job market. It takes inside information to hear about these jobs
80
which question does NOT help you identify your career power?
I can interrupt organizational behavior
the interviewer asks the question, " what are your strengths?" what is the best response
I have a good eye for detail and able to catch critical mistakes
what qualities should the job seeker communicate to the interviewer
a hard worker who likes to start early and looks to do more than just the minimum required
at the interview, it is important to
arrive early smile, and maintain friendly eye contact
critical reflection teaches you how to get in touch with your
authentic self
what are the 3 types of interviews
basic Q&A, free flowing interview, group interview
to succeed on the job it is important to
be a work everyday make suggestions for improving productivity
hiring authority fears consist of
candidates will become incompetent, or will need too much time to get their feet on the ground candidates won't put in an honest work
the desire to obtain happiness and peace of mind that comes from making a positive contribution to others as
career calling
your true identity should be unique and compelling and through your ______, you should aspire to contribute your gifts to others for the betterment of society
career calling
and e-newsletter of your professional accomplishment that you distribute to qualified hiring authorities and contacts should include.
career highlight and testimonials
to be effective, your goals must be balanced in the following areas
career, financial, health and fitness, relationships, spirituality
the 3 types of a resumes a job seeker can chose from are
chronological functional objective
a document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience is a
cover letter
when describing yourself to a professional contact, what should not be shared
dating history
when you discover your true purpose, you will feel yourself gaining confidence and power. without a true purpose, you will
experience more stress and often feel overwhelmed
a reward of taking initiatives on the job incudes getting a demotion because you are doing your work in a acceptable and timely manner
false
attitude is not evident in word choice, tone of voice, and gestures
false
it is less important to focus on the other persons interests than to talk about your own when communicating with others. you should not encourage your contact to discuss their interests or share their passions
false
it is not necessary todo prior company research before an interview. information such as company locations number of employees and the company mission statement is useless to know in an interview
false
make your goals unreasonable. don't make a goal that is possible to achieve based on your current resources and capabilities
false
only in an internet based job search should the job seeker should obtain the name of a contact person and express sincere interest for the position
false
the ideal attitude while searching for employment is a neutral attitude
false
the interviewers responsibility is to make you feel uncomfortable so that they get a true sense of you as a candidate during interview
false
there are two types of goals. short-term and long-term
false
your interview outfit should be a bright color, not navy or black, clean and pressed suit.
false
the main thing a job seeker should remember when hunting for positions online is
follow directions, create a properly formatted resume, do your own follow-up
establishing short-term or long-term objectives, and incorporation deadlines and quantifiable measures is known as
goal setting
the most powerful and compelling desire of every human being is for
happiness
as a applicant , your responsibilities are to
highlight your background and capabilities to demonstrate your achievements
an excellent question to ask any interviewer is
how did you get started within this organization? how are employees evaluated and promoted?
when career seekers try to be someone they are not and lose touch with their authentic self, theis is referred to as
identity crisis
the power of ability to begin or to follow through energetically with a plan or task, enterprise and determination is ______.
initiative
what are the three sections of the cover letter
introduction body closing paragraph
an ________ provides answers to questions about your education and work experience. second, it provides information about your ability to follow directions, complete quality work, spell correctly, and provide accurate and complete data
job application
what are the 4 barriers to change
laziness, anxiety, ignorance, confusion
____________belief serves as a filter of your reality
limiting
narrative states that great ____ = great interviewing
listening
who can help you achieve career success
mentors and co-workers professional contacts and previous professors
relationship where someone shares knowledge, skills, information, and perspective to foster the personal and professional growth of someone else is know as
mentorship
the basic question and answer session interview is conducted in a
methodical and structured manner
there are 6 common reasons why people fail in their quest to career success
negative attitude lack of persistence no enthusiasm disorganized approach an inability to handle objections failure to seek help
what determines 45% of a job seeker's success in an interview
packaging and appearance
what are the 5 Ps
passion purpose power profit peace of mind
there are 6 barriers to living your passion. What 3 are not barriers
persistence, profitability, and power
it is important for a jobseeker to articulate their strengths in the following area
personal background and employment history achievements and accomplishments
what is a common reason that an applicant is rejected?
poor personal appearance
apply to the interview process
prepare prior to the interview, be on time, be enthusiastic about the opportunity, dress in appropriate attire, establish a rapport with the interviewer
a_______ is a person who can speak to your qualifications for a position
professional reference
the purpose of the interview is to
provide the employer with info about you not already contained in your resume Enable the interviewer to evaluate your personality, attitude, values and communication skills
the________ job market is comprised of internet job boards, want ads, and radio advertisements. these are media sources where employers will proactively seek employees
published
the interviewer asks the question, "what are your short-term and long-term goals? what is the best interviewee response
short-term, i'd like to find a position where I an become an expert in my chosen field. Long-term, I can see myself applying for a more senior position
the various online technology tools that enable people to communicate easily via the internet, and share information and resources are
social media
you are sending messages to other even when you don't
speak
there are two types of change, cyclical changes are referred to as variable changes. these are normal changes like the weather. another type of change is known as
structural
what is a frequently asked interview question
tell me about yourself
after the interview, be sure to follow up with a
thank you cards
why do career seekers stumble when they have an opportunity to connect with a professional contact?
they have a belief system that says it is not right to ask they lack confidence and fear rejection
take advantage of _____ to enhance your current resume and skill-set
training and education offered by the employee
10 common areas for goal0setting are Your career, education, knowledge, financial assets, health, home and family, personal appearance, and personal relationships
true
a reward of taking initiative on the job includes receiving more respect from co-workers and supervisors as well as more self-respect
true
each time you contact or meet a professional contact, fill out a computerized index card and record the key information for organized record keeping
true
effective cover letters explain the reasons you are interested in a specific organization, and identify your most relevant skills and experience
true
having a strong "why" behind your motivation is more important than having a strong "what"
true
if you subconscious thermostat is not set for career success, there is no technique or strategy you can learn that will make a difference
true
in the early stage of any interview, it is a great idea to ask the interviewer what 3 traits they are seeking in the ideal candidate, and then demonstrate you have those traits
true
it is easier to find a new career while still employed; never quite until you've found a new career
true
it is important to develop an emotional connection with a hiring authority
true
rapport is the connection between the job seeker and hiring manager. establishing that connection creates a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. this is a crucial first step in the interview process, and will contribute to the first impression you make on an interviewer
true
regardless of the outcome, view every interview as an information gathering session, and a chance to demonstrate your qualifications
true
social media and the internet are always changing and growing. you must continually adapt to these changes to stay relevant
true
social media can help you find a job, and connect with people who can assist you with growing your career. however, it works both ways. When used inappropriately, social media can backfire and jeopardize a job offer or even your current job
true
society ultimately rewards those who find their unique contributions and exhibits positive qualities.
true
taking initiative is not always popular. standing out in the crowd is not always comfortable. however, taking initiative is required if you are going to be a leader
true
the closing paragraph of a cover letter is the action stage. It should demonstrate initiative, and suggest a specific time and date for an interview
true
the definition of communication is : to send and receive messages. every day human beings individually send and receive thousands of messages
true
the first impression stage of the interview is the introduction, greeting, some small talk about traffic conditions, location, the weather, or maybe a sporting event. the interviewer at this time is evaluating the job seeker's handshake, eye contact, and appearance and poise
true
the person asking the questions is in control you should never be merely responding to questions, but rather engages in an active dialogue with the interviewer
true
the purpose of the resume is to generate enough interest in the employers mind of r them schedule an interview, or ask for additional information
true
when deciding on your career goals, be sure to keep the 5 ps in mind. this technique will help ensure longterm success
true
you should you ask for a copy of the interviewer's business card so you can properly address your thank you replay
true
your career identity is the metal and emotional picture you have of yourself
true
there are essentially 5 types of communication
verbal non-verbal technological written listening
_____refers to how we emphasize certain words, sentenced, or syllables
voice inflection
in goal setting is to ask yourself____________
what do I want?
the interviewer asks the question. "why should I hire you? what is the best response
when I read you ad, I couldn't have imagined a better match for my skills and experience
it's not as much as what you know as ____you know
who
the question "why should we hire you?' is a direct opportunity for you to present
your credentials, qualities, experiences and educational background
before you will be considered for a position, you must convey your talents to the hiring authority in the following 3 ways
your personality, abilities and your credentials, potential worth to the company