F08 - Career Planning

Legal Questions to ask in an interview

-Are you over the age of 18? -Are you physically able to perform this job? -Are you authorized to work in the United States? -In which languages are you fluent?

Identify potential employers

-Begin searching when in school -Focus on clientele you would like to serve -Make a list of shops in your desired area -Research shop's target market through social media and ads -Keep culture in mind -Check out websites and social networking

The typical independent salon, spa, or barbershop has about __________ stations.

5

Large national chain

Shops across the country, and even abroad, owned by one company

Charles is preparing for his licensure exams. Which study or test-taking tip will be least helpful to him?

Study the bulk of the notes the night before the exam.

networking

a method of increasing contacts and building relationships to further one's career

resume

a written summary of a person's education and work experience

Any time you are applying for a position, you will be required to complete a(n) ___________.

application

When going over the directions for the exam, if there are things you do not understand, you should ___________.

ask the examiner

You should be prepared to have all of the following identification at an interview, except __________.

birth certificate

Which of the following is possibly the least expensive way of owning your own business?

booth rental

When developing your resume, use concise, clear sentences, and avoid overwriting or __________.

flowery language

When preparing your professional resume, it is recommended that you _____________.

focus on information relevant to the position you are seeking

Which type of salon, spa, or barbershop shares a national name, consistent image, and business formula that is used at every location?

franchise shop

practical exams

hands-on testing on a live model

Which type of salon, spa, or barbershop is most likely to offer extras, such as head, neck, and shoulder massages?

high end

When answering a multiple-choice question, __________.

if two choices are opposites, one is probably correct

A week after submitting your resume is generally sufficient time to ____________.

make a follow-up contact

The most important factor that will affect your test performance is your ___________.

mastery of course content

Getting into the field and visiting shops and talking to owners, managers, educators, and professionals is known as ____________.

networking

On the day of an exam, it is important to arrive early with a self-confident attitude and be alert, calm, and __________.

ready for the challenge

In addition to testing basic theory concepts, the written exam contains questions about your __________.

state board's laws and rules

Which of the following behaviors is not considered a good study habit?

staying up late and studying the night before a test

The basic question or problem in a test question is known as a __________.

stem

Your interview outfit should be fashionable and flattering, as well as similar to the establishment's ____________.

style culture

The first two steps in the process of securing employment are ___________.

targeting and observing salons, spas, and barbershops

Which term refers to understanding the strategies for successfully taking tests?

test-wise

After doing a site visit, it is important to send the salon, spa, or barbershop representative a __________.

thank-you note

stem

the basic question or problem

test-wise

understanding the strategies for successful test taking

While taking his written exam, Charles comes across a question that he isn't sure of. What is a strategy that he should recall to help him pick the correct answer?

when two choices are opposites, one is probably right and one is probably wrong

During your career journey, when is a great time to focus on achieving significant accomplishments that will strengthen your resume?

while you are in school

Deductive reasoning

-Eliminate options known to be incorrect -Watch for key words or terms -Study the stem -Watch for grammatical clues -Look at similar or related questions -When questions include paragraphs to read and questions to answer, read the question first

Illegal Questions to ask in an interview

-How old are you? -Please describe your medical history. -Are you a U.S. citizen? -What is your native language?

Basic Resume Guidelines

-Keep it simple and limit it to one page. -Print a hard copy from your electronic version, using good-quality paper. -Include your name, address, phone number, and e-mail address on both the resume and your cover letter. -List recent, relevant work experience. -List relevant education, the name of the institution from which you graduated, and relevant courses completed. -List your professional skills and accomplishments. -Focus on information that is relevant to the position you are seeking.

Practical exam tips

-List the equipment and implements you must bring -Check and clean all equipment and implements -Observe other examinations prior to taking the exam -Listen carefully to the examiner's instructions -Do not be concerned with what other test takers are doing -Follow all infection control and safety precautions -Look neat, clean and professional

High-end shops or day spas

-Offer high-priced services and luxurious extras -Located in trendy, upscale sections of large cities, luxury hotels, and resorts

Basic value-priced operations

-Often located in busy, low-rent shopping center strips -Professionals are trained to work fast, with no frills

Booth rental establishment

-The least expensive way of owning your own business -Regulated by complex laws

Small independent shops

-The majority of shops -Typically have at least 5 stations, and up to 40

A general rule of thumb is to not speak for more than __________ minutes at a time during the interview.

2

Which question can a potential employer legally ask during an interview?

Are you authorized to work in the United States?

T/F "All of the above" or similar responses, are rarely the correct choice on a test.

False

T/F Avoid providing professional references on a resume.

False

T/F Do not guess if you do not know the answer on a test question.

False

T/F Do not include computer skills on your resume.

False

T/F Focus on hobbies on a resume.

False

T/F If two choices are identical on a test, that means that one is probably wrong and the other is probably right.

False

T/F Include your salary history on your resume.

False

T/F Keep your resume lengthy and detailed.

False

T/F Look for any answer that fits the question, even if more than one choice may be true on a test.

False

T/F Make your resume difficult to read.

False

T/F On your resume, make sure to tell the employer what they want to hear.

False

T/F When building a resume, use passive verbs.

False

T/F When taking a test, pay special attention to words such as "and" and "then".

False

When taking the practical exam, which of the following behaviors is not likely to be beneficial?

Focus on what the other test candidates are doing as you work.

Charles has passed his exams and is now licensed in his state! As he prepares for the next step in his beauty career, how can he gain clarity and focus on next steps?

He should ask himself what he truly wants from a beauty career, and decide which areas of the industry he is most interested in.

Charles has completed his written exam and is preparing for his practical exam. Which of these tips is least helpful for a successful practical exam?

Making sure to avoid participating in full mock exams prior to the real exam.

Franchises

Parent companies make decisions such as location, décor, and pricing

Charles has completed his schooling to become a beauty professional and is excited to get a job and start working. What is the first step he must take in his quest for employment success?

Pass his state board licensure exam.

Independent chains

Professionals can advance to specialized service positions

Mid-priced full service shops

Professionals spend more time in consultation with clients

deductive reasoning

The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning

___________ skills are mastered at other jobs and can then be put to use in a new position.

Transferable

T/F Emphasize transferable skills on your resume.

True

T/F If two choices are close or similar on a test, that means that one of them is probably right.

True

T/F Include a cover letter with your resume.

True

T/F Include all contact information on your resume.

True

T/F Make your resume neat.

True

T/F Stress your accomplishments on a resume.

True

T/F When taking a test, eliminate incorrect answers by crossing them out.

True

T/F When taking a test, keep an eye out for the answer of one question being in the stem of another question.

True

T/F When taking a test, read the entire question carefully, including all choices.

True

Which is not something that you should plan to bring with you to an interview?

a cover letter

What should you stress on your work resume?

accomplishments

The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is called ____________.

deductive reasoning

Choosing a salon, spa, or barbershop that __________ will increase your chances of success.

is the best match to your skills

A ____________ is a written summary of a person's education and work experience.

resume

transferable skills

skills mastered at other jobs that can be put to use in a new position