Career Achievement - Chapter 6

master

A ________ application is an application that you fill out and take with you to interviews or places of employment, so all of your information is in one place.

it has all of your information in one place you can bring it with you to job interviews

A master application is useful because:

simply the completed job application to reference if the need arises

A strategy for success when applying for a job in person, even during the interview process, is to bring a "master application" which is best described as _______.

exaggerate your credentials.

All of the following are good ways to add value to your application except

how they can help you.

All of the following are parts of a great cover letter except

leave the space blank.

All of the following are suitable ways to sign a cover letter except

simple weed out the "poor fit" candidates

Applications tend to ______.

a life narrative (i.e., a story about yourself)

Cover letters should not include _______.

3

How many paragraphs is typically, maximally acceptable in a cover letter?

Application can generate coherent thoughts. Application can organize paragraphs. Application can craft well-written sentences.

Identify all the characteristics implied by an effective cover letter.

Sincerely or something similarly professional Greeting Date Sender information Statement of intent "To statement"

Identify all the common components of a cover letter.

a paragraph dedicated to "when I plan to contact the employer for an interview" or some similar action. a paragraph dedicated to "why I want this job"; also known as your intent. 3 paragraphs. a paragraph dedicated to "what skills I bring to this job"

Identify the common components found in the body of a cover letter.

it must be answered accurately

If an application requests information on a person's criminal record then ______.

it must be answered accurately

If an application requests information on a person's gaps in work history then ______.

it must be answered accurately

If an application requests information on a person's health conditions (assuming the job has legal health requirements, such as military), then ______.

it must be answered accurately

If an application requests information regarding a person changing their jobs very frequently, then ______.

it must be answered accurately

If an application requests information regarding a person ever being fired, then ______.

it should be answered with either negotiable or open to discussion

If an application requests information regarding a person's expectations of salary, then ______.

that you have downloaded the necessary software in advance and have tested it

If you are interviewing by using technology, what should you verify beforehand?

Employer reviews cover letter Employer reviews resume Employer interviews candidate Employer offers the job

Place in order the events that tend to lead to successful employment.

interpersonal skills.

The extent to which you communicate, are approachable, and display teamwork skills are all evidence of

describe the job you are applying for and highlight some interesting aspect of your "fit"

The purpose of the first paragraph of a cover letter is to ______.

describe all the relevant skills you have for the job

The purpose of the second paragraph of a cover letter is to ______.

describe what actions you plan to follow after your resume has been reviewed; e.g., you might plan to call them on a particular date

The purpose of the third paragraph of a cover letter is to ______.

False

True or false: Applications tend to bring the "best" candidates to the top.

cover letter

Typically, the first thing a prospective employer sees during the application process is the ______.

Do not elaborate on the situation.

What is recommended if you have a criminal history?

a black pen

When completing paper applications, it is most appropriate to use ______.

a short two-column checklist of skills desired accompanied by those you possess

Which could be used to help write a meaningful cover letter?

your capacity to get along with others.

Which information is not relayed by your cover letter?

stating which position you are applying for

Which is a major focus of paragraph one of the cover letter?

Call the company and get the full name and title of the hiring manager.

Which is the best way to phrase the salutation on the cover letter?

1st paragraph

Which of the cover letter's paragraphs should the following sentence be found: "I am applying for the senior director of human resources at Mega Corp."

3rd paragraph

Which of the cover letter's paragraphs should the following sentence be found: "Thank you for this opportunity and I will contact you regarding your decision next week."

2nd paragraph

Which of the cover letter's paragraphs should the following sentence be found: "The skills I bring to Mega Corp include a 10 years of experience as the CFO of BigBox Corp, managing 30 million in assets."

following directions skills

Which of the following is probably the best skills to have when completing employment applications?

End your letter with either: Sincerely, Your Friend, or Respectfully.

Which of the following should not be a consideration of the cover letter?

the first sentence

Which should grab the hiring person's attention in your cover letter?