Keys to Your Future Lessons 1-6

A friend tells you that they cannot afford to pay for the standardized tests that need to be taken to apply for college and military academies. How could you respond?

"You can get a waiver which will pay for the tests."

What is an example of an interestleading to a career choice?

An interest in helping others leads to a career in medicine.

A career is a name for another job

False

Which aspects of your life do you need to pay attention to in order to reach long and short term goals?

Finances, social life, academics, and personal life.

Which is the best explanation for why organization can lead to academic and career success?

It allows you to locate materials, be aware of your assignments and plan time to get things done.

What is a benefit of collaboration and teamwork?

It expands your social network and creates new connections.

What is the difference between a salary and an hourly wage?

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

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

A thank you letter after the interview.

___________ is the ability to change and be flexible as problems arise and priorities shift.

Adaptability

Who is most likely able to help you accomplish goals?

All above( Teachers, Parents/Caregivers, and Friends)

Which ofthe following will help you reach long term goals?

All the Above(Including Breaking big goals into smaller ones, Writing down your goals, and Taking care of your physical and mental health.

What Is an effective way of making new friends and connecting with people who share the same interests as you?

All the Above(Including asking the writing center on campus for help with an article for the school paper, Joining a new club, and Sharing your thoughts on social media.

What Types of people make up a person's personal network?

All the Above(Parents, neighbors, extended family, Teachers, principals, counselors, and anyone you run across in the neighborhood)

When filling out a college application, what should you list?

All the Above(Sports, Community Service, Part-time job)

What is the difference between careers and industries?

An industry is a field or a subject area whereas careers are the type of work that is done by an individual.

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

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

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

Are Organized

Which technique will NOT help you build rapport with your colleagues?

Being consistently unprepared.

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

Building a relationship with people first

What study skill is being used when taking a large project and breaking it down into smaller manageable tasks?

Chunking

Finding balance in social life requires...

Creating blocks of time to connect with friends and family regularly.

Which of these is NOT an important thing to consider when choosing a path after high school?

Determine if your path matches most of your peers.

What is one benefit of working collaboratively on a team?

Each person gets to contribute in their own unique way.

Letters of recommendation for college should only be about your academic achievements.

False

What is NOT apart of a college application?

Financial aid application and FAFSA form

Which is NOT an effective way to build relationships with your co-workers?

Find one or two co-workers that you can complain to.

What Is NOT taken into account when determining a person's career path?

Genetics

Which is the best example of someone growing their network while in high-school?

Having regular check-ins with teachers and counselors to discuss goals.

Why should you block time on a calendar to study on a regular basis?

Improving your time management helps you study regularly instead of cramming.

What research will help prepare you before you apply for a job?

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

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

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

How can short term goals best lead towards accomplishing long term career goals?

Learning skills, earning certifications and gaining experience can prepare someone for a desired career.

To get a special project, Chris practiced ____ by reading all he could about the field and spending time learning a new skill.

Lifelong Learning

Which is an example of an effective study skill?

Making notecards and quizzing yourself.

When faced with balancing your financial life, which is an effective first step?

Notice what you spend your money on, list areas where you can save.

When faced with needing additional money during college, which option is NOT true?

Paying with additional loans can lead to connections and opportunities.

What do college students need to spend more time doing in order to meet long-term academic goals?

Planning for study time outside of class.

______________ is the ability to find solutions and be creative when overcoming challenges.

Problem Solving

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

Relationship building, Open communication, and Seeking a win/win solution

An example of a college student practicing effective problem solving techniques?

Seeking out academic support at the student center before a report is due.

What is the relationship between short and long term goals?

Setting short-term goals now, helps reach long-term goals later.

Which best defines the relationship between short and long term goals?

Short Term Goals are smaller steps that can help accomplish a long-term goal.

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

Short term Goals

What is an effective way of mending relationships that may have been neglected?

Taking time to meet up and hang out together.

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.

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.

An important part of time management

Thinking about how much time you spend on each task, and in what order they should be done.

As you apply to college, when should you apply for financial aid?

When you apply to the college.

What may happen if you change your major in college?

You may need to take additional courses during a summer semester.

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

asking your friends about the company or the job

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

clean out you email inbox

Relationship building at work can. . . . .

create relationships that lead to new opportunities later

Prioritization is an example of a skill that helps you reach long term goals because...

it focuses on the most important tasks first, which leads to accomplishing long term goals.

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

professional associations will host networking events and connect you to people in the careers and industries you are interested in

What Is NOT an example of professional networking?

setting up your computer network in your home or office

As a prospective student, why should you request an interview with your college application?

It shows the college that you are really interested.

When applying to college, it pays to ask for help and advice from people who have already gone. Which of the following people could be a useful resource during the college application process?

All the above(includes teachers, principles, guidance counselors)

How can managing your personal life help with reaching your goals?

Eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep can reduce stress and help you study.

What is an outcome of asking for help in the workplace?

It helps you and your whole team get the help you need.

How can goal setting help with academic performance?

It helps you focus on what needs to be done and why.