Personal Career Development Exam Review

When writing your Personal Brand Statement, think about:

what your friends and family appreciate most about you.

A ______________________________ is a short speech that highlights your strongest qualities that might be of interest to the person you are talking to.​

30-Second Commercial

What systems can you use to organize your job search?

A file folder or a binder with tabs to hold all printed documents and notes. An online digital notebook or file-organizing website, software, or app, if you have regular Internet access. An email system that has folders and a calendar, but only if you use a professional username for the account.

In which phase of the Job Search Journey would you network with others to find job openings?

Apply for Jobs

_______________ are unwritten rules of accepted behavior, best learned by observing others and seeking advice from trusted coworkers.

Cultural norms

_______________ are accepted standards about what is right or wrong.

Ethics

A Job Search Journey is once in a lifetime event that cannot be repeated.

False

A company's code of ethics or code of business conduct describes how the leaders must behave, not the employees.

False

A job-specific skill is one that an employer teaches you on the job.

False

Because your goals are personal, you should not tell anyone what they are.

False

Eli has a degree related to computer repair, so he should look for jobs only at computer repair companies.

False

Employers don't consider an applicant's ability to work well in a team environment or to work well with others.

False

On the job, you can ignore the silly rules if it helps you be more productive or get your job done faster or better.

False

Once you choose your career field, there is little difference between the jobs in your field.

False

Only long-term goals need to be in writing.

False

The Internet is generally considered an unreliable source for job information and career assessment tools.

False

The most successful job seekers spend all their time looking for jobs, not keeping records of their job search activities.

False

Volunteer work is not a good way to explore your career interests because it is not paid work, so it doesn't count.

False

You should write your resume in Phase One of your Job Search Journey, Prepare for the Journey.

False

Your Personal Brand Statement should focus entirely on your related work skills and experiences, not your personal traits.

False

The section of your Career Builder Files that contains documents that you will share with others, especially during interviews, is called:

Final Portfolio

What are things that your employer can expect of you?

Follow safety and health rules Maintain a clean and orderly work area Be punctual and reliable

Which of the following is a transferable competency?

Meet deadlines under pressure

Which of the following is a job-specific skill?​

Operate an industrial oven

What are things that you can demand of your employer?

Pay for work you have done

What are some ways to manage your time?

Plan ahead to avoid doing things at the last minute. Break large projects into small, manageable steps. Use a calendar or daily planner.

The About You 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

Which of the following should you include in your Master Career Portfolio?

School transcripts Your resume A list of references Awards

If you can link your chosen field to an in-demand industry, you may find more job openings.

True

Skills, abilities, and attitudes that you can transfer from one job or career to another are called transferable skills.

True

Transferable competencies are especially important to job seekers with limited work experience.

True

You could make your Personal Brand Statement stronger by discussing it with friends, family, and school counselors.

True

You should tailor your 30-Second Commercial depending on who you are talking with and what that person is looking for.

True

Your Career Builder Files contain both documents that you create and documents from other sources.

True

Your Personal Brand Statement is a power-packed statement that summarizes the benefits you offer an employer.

True

Which of the following is NOT a good Personal Brand Statement?

Using innovative thinking and a broad knowledge of world events, I craft strategies for success.

A SMART goal is:

a goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time sensitive.

Maia is completing an associate's degree in graphic design. Her job at the copy shop is probably:

a good way to develop transferable skills.

Among other things, employers in the United States typically provide:

a safe environment, based on industry standards. ​training on company procedures and methods. ​equal treatment regardless of sex, age, ethnicity, or religion.

Your Personal Brand Statement:

can be used in your resume, cover letters, and interviews.

When you describe your achievements, it is best to:

describe what you did, how you did it, and the importance of the results to the organization.

Being proactive means:

focusing on solving problems and taking responsibility.

Short-term goals are:

goals you want to meet relatively quickly. steps you need to take to meet your long-term goals.

Defining your goals in writing:

increases your chance of achieving them. clarifies the steps you need to take. ​helps you remember important details.

When looking for a job that is a best fit for my career, the most important thing to consider is which job:

is the best match with your skills, strengths, and interests.

Having a positive outlook can affect your:

performance. confidence. health. energy level.

When considering your preferred work environment, it is good to think about the:

physical environment. ​emotional atmosphere. ​level of challenge the job presents.

After interviewing for a job:

stay connected to the people and the company where you interviewed. if you get the job, start planning how to succeed at work.

Good ways to learn about differences between companies' cultures is:

talk to people who work for the company now or have worked for the company in the past. ​read what employees say on online social media sites such as Glassdoor.com. ​read the company website, especially the mission, values, and ethics.

Respecting diversity is the responsibility of:

the company leaders, managers, and employees.

Your Job Search Journey can be exciting because:

there may be more job options available to you than you realize right now.

An organization's code of ethics is:

written guidelines for employees to follow based on the company's specific ethical standards and values.

When you conduct your personal inventory of what you can offer an employer and what you want from a job, you should consider:

your education and training. ​your experience, skills, and achievements. ​your desired salary range.

Your personal job preferences include such things as preferring to work in a team environment or by yourself.

True

An in-demand industry is:

an industry that has many job openings. ​an industry that has more job openings than graduates or trained people to fill these jobs.

A ___ involves performing a designated set of responsibilities and duties for a specific employer.

job