Professional Developement

What was the given recommendation for shoes in an interview setting?

Closed-toe, leather/style materials, neutral colors, low/medium heel/sole

It is okay to talk about former employers negatively as long as you don't talk about your current employer negatively.

False

My off-duty conduct does not have an effect on me professionally.

False

During our seminar, we used different categories for defining professional attire. Please match each category with a description.

Interview Attire: Matching suit with jacket, darker/neutral colors, button-up shirt/blouse Business Professional:not necessarily your best suit, skirt/pants, blazer/jacket, may not be matching but coordinated Business Casual: a professional look with a somewhat relaxed style. Casual: not considered professional attire

Which of the following are recommendations to increase your salary in your current job (check all that apply)?

List ways that you have gone above and beyond! Show your commitment to the job through after-hours training and your willingness to grow/take on more responsibility. Show ways that you are supporting the mission of the organization. Ask for improved benefits rather than just more money. Use good record keeping of your performance and when you meet goals.

Derogatory comments can be considered sexual harassment, including jokes.

True

In a proper place setting, forks are always on the left and knives are always on the right

True

As a manager of a team, if you know your team members' True Colors , this could allow you to (choose all that apply)

Utilize each team member's strengths Create a work environment that allows for mutual respect Improve communications and cooperation Reduce misunderstandings and conflicts

How much of your first impression is based on how you look?

55%

When conveying food to your mouth, the fork tines should be pointed down if you are eating in American Style and pointing up if you are eating in European/Continental Style.

Disagree

Collin's first rule for any business dining scenario is

It's not about the food!

Having good table posture is a must do! Please select ALL of the recommendations that were given.

Rest your "chubby" part of your hand on the edge of the table. Keep your back in the center of the chair, up straight but not stiff. Rest both feet flat on the floor. Your food should be conveyed up to your mouth, not your mouth down to the plate.

Which of the following are tips for negotiating your salary?

Reveal that you are realistic and serious. Give yourself some "wiggle room" Be confident. Believe that you are worth it! Practice in the mirror.

Which method did we discuss for answering interview questions?

STAR Method

Buying an expensive suit is a must-do for going on an interview to land your professional job after graduation.

True

When we are in a formal dining setting, it is recommended that you share with those at your table your personal food likes and dislikes.

Wrong

Regarding passing items at the table, the best recommendation is to

pick up the item in front of you and pass it to the right, even if no one asks for it. Serve yourself once it returns.

The recommended way to hold the fork and knife while cutting your food is

to secure the knife and fork with your thumbs and curl the rest of the fingers around the handles of the knife and fork. Then, turn your hands over, resting your index fingers along the handles.

Please fill in the blanks for the 80:20 principle we talked about in the seminar. 20% of __________ account(s) for 80% of ____________ .

your pieces of clothing; your wardrobe

What basic items were recommended when first building a professional wardrobe?

One great suit, 3-4 classic tops, and pants or a skirt.

Kathy, AAron and Collin provided several recommendations on standing out in a company meeting. Choose all that apply.

- Make meaningful contributions during the meeting - Be on time. - Prepare in advance for the meeting. Come prepared. - Be an active listener during the meeting with good eye contact

In our seminar, we discussed the current federal tax brackets. What is the tax % for someone who is unmarried, making $42,000 per year?

12%

According to recent survey data, what percentage of people who ask for a raise get a raise?

75%

During your True Colors training, we had three very specific goals. What were they?

A better understanding of yourself, a better understanding of others and appreciating differences

When it comes to wearing jewelry to the interview, long/dangling earrings and heavy necklaces are recommended.

False

You should take whatever offer you are given by the company on the first round because you can always negotiate a raise in the first few weeks.

False

Which of the following is an example of a behavioral interviewing question? (Check all that apply)

Give an example of a time where you've had to work with a difficult coworker. Tell me about a time when you had to work on a team and what strategies you used. Give me an example of a challenge you faced and how you overcame it.

Which of the following considerations were encouraged regarding preparations for an interview. (Check all that apply).

Have a portfolio and pen with you. Do not wear overpowering perfume/cologne. Remember to silence your smartphone AND smartwatch. Keep hair out of your face

When you first join a table of fellow diners, which of the following is not a recommended best practice?

If the dessert is preset, go ahead and eat this prior to the start of the meal.

According to Kathy, Collin and AAron, you should try to make your boss look good. It will help you in the long run.

True

The interview attire that was recommended during the seminar is a matching suit with jacket in darker/more neutral colors, button-up shirt/blouse, closed-toe shoes, with a tie for men.

True

We recommend that you ask for ALL job offers with the stated salary in writing.

True

When relating to someone in True Colors, it is helpful to use your first two colors when you describe your personality to someone. We refer to this as your "Power Combo."

True

When you contribute to a ROTH IRA, this is done with income for which you have already paid taxes. Therefore the growth on your investment is tax-free.

True

You should consider constructing your answers to behavioral interviewing questions in the form of a story because it is more compelling.

True

You will not have successfully completed the behavioral interviewing module until the Quinncia interviewing assignment is completed. (Choose "True" to acknowledge this). The access to the Quinncia platform will be released to you soon. You must first complete the resume portion, then move on to completing the behavioral interview assignment. Depending on when you complete this assessment, you may have already received access to Quinncia.

True

All of the following recommendations are considered good napkin etiquette except one. Which recommendation is NOT advisable?

Always put a soiled napkin back on the table when you need to excuse yourself during the meal.

We offered several suggestions on setting your salary expectations when considering job offers. While there are many varying opinions to this topic, please choose ALL suggestions that we shared (check all that apply).

Determine the lowest salary that you would be comfortable making, all things considered (cost of living, relocation, job responsibilities). Do your research and base your expectations on good published data, including some personal network feedback Determine the highest salary that you feel comfortable asking for each job offer you receive. This would be considered the top of your salary expectations. Consider other possible benefits outside of the salary.

Which of the following strategies did Collin suggest to avoid workplace gossip?

Don't engage in conversations about things that you do not have any influence over as part of your job responsibilities. That is gossip.

If an employer gives you an offer by phone, you must make a decision immediately.

False

Once you have received a job offer, which salary offer sets the tone for the negotiation?

The first one.

Your friend says that their dominant color is green. What might this tell you about them?

They are an independent, original thinker, and like to figure out things by themselves.

Which of the following is a piece(s) of advice Kathy, AAron and Collin gave about conduct at company parties?

All of the above. - Your conduct at a company party is an extension of your brand. - Do not party excessively at the company party. - Treat your conduct at a company party the same as you would when you are at work. You are at work.

True Colors is a model for understanding you and others based on your personality. The colors of Orange, Gold, Green _____ and are used to help you see the four personality styles of True Colors.

Blue

When you are on a team with someone who is very low in your brightest/highest/dominant color, you may need to do this.

Fade your shade

During the True Colors training, we identified what stresses the different colors. Please match the four colors with their typical stresses.

Orange - Boredom, Lack of freedom, long meetings, rules and regulations, repetitive tasks, being stuck at a desk Gold - Disorganization, breaking the rules, lack of procedure, wasting money, lack of accountability Green - Incompetence, no time to think, small talk, unreasonable rules, unclear objectives, repetition or redundancy Blue - Rude people, unresolved conflict, insensitivity, lack of caring or warmth, insincerity, lack of personal communication, not putting people first

During the True Colors training, we recommended some best practices to keep each color on your team happy. Please match the four colors with the best practices when working with a team member high in that color.

Orange - Stress excitement and fun, be energetic and enthusiastic, be flexible, give fun gifts, tell jokes, be direct, and give them challenges. Gold - Have a clear agenda, clear procedures, clear rules, be on time, be well-organized, cover the details, follow a set schedule, cover budgets/costs, emphasize the "tried and true", acknowledge their effective and efficient work, and provide everything in writing. Green - Give them time to think, listen to their ideas, allow them to ask questions, recognize them for their intellectual competency, get them involved in solving problems, give them intellectual challenges, allow them to think outside the box. Blue - Ask how they are doing, ask about their family, share personal information with them, send friendly notes and birthday cards, be informal, conversational, and personal, and stress personal benefits.

During the True Colors training, we shared with you many wonderful characteristics typically found in each of the four colors. Please match the four colors with their characteristics.

Orange - You like freedom and lots of activity. You enjoy sports, going on trips and participating in special events. You do things on a moment's notice because you are spontaneous and flexible. Your skillfulness helps at home, especially with challenging physical activities. Gold - You enjoy a traditional, stable family life. You work hard and take on many responsibilities. You are neat, clean and are respectful of your parents. You enjoy traditional holiday celebrations. You are especially helpful in planning and organizing events. Green - You like to spend time by yourself just thinking, reading or learning new things. You enjoy access to new technology or anything innovative. You like a lot of space, privacy and freedom. You enjoy it when your family relies on you to solve problems, share your knowledge and new ideas or invent something new. Blue - You always help others. You also try to keep everything and everyone in harmony. You enjoy being close to your family members to make sure everyone feels happy and comfortable. You enjoy thoughtful gifts and friendly talks.

Which of the following are things you should do before dressing up for an interview? (Check all that apply)

Polish your shoes. Iron your shirt. Hair groomed

There are several other costs that may be deducted from your paycheck before it makes it to your bank account. Check all that apply.

Roth IRA Contributions Medical Insurance

Please match the following steps to answering an interview question to their description.

Situation - Discuss a specific example of an experience or problem you encountered. Task - Explain a specific assignment or duty you had to complete or the ideas you used for resolving the problem. Action/Approach - Tell specific actions which you took, steps you followed, obstacles you had to overcome, etc. Results - Highlight outcomes, goals achieved, accomplishments, etc.

In our seminar, we discussed paying FICA taxes. Which of the following are covered under FICA taxes?

Social Security and Medicare

In our business dining etiquette seminar, we offered several strategies for being a good conversationalist. Please select ALL of the strategies that were recommended for carrying the conversation at the table.

State your viewpoint in a way that encourages others to do so as well. When the conversation goes astray, reframe the conversation back to one that wound include everyone. When a lapse occurs, be ready with good questions. Be a good story teller! Invite others into the conversations by giving strong verbal and non verbal cues.