MGMT Comm - Ch.15

A résumé should always be one page in length. a. True b. False

False

If an advertisement doesn't request that you include a customized cover message with your résumé, don't submit one. a. True b. False

False

In today's competitive job market, it is permissible to embellish your job title and duties. a. True b. False

False

Most job openings are announced or advertised. a. True b. False

False

Most of today's workers will be employed with one company during their careers. a. True b. False

False

The following is a well-written career objective: To obtain an entry-level position as an information technology specialist with the opportunity for advancement. a. True b. False

False

Under the "Education" section of your résumé, you should list all courses you have taken. a. True b. False

False

If you have three or more awards or honors, highlight them by listing them under a separate heading in your résumé. a. True b. False

True

In today's competitive job market, you must build and a polish a personal brand. a. True b. False

True

The best way to find a job online is at a company's own website. a. True b. False

True

Landon is putting together his reference list. What advice should he follow? a. Ask any reference for permission before using his or her name. b. Include personal or character references. c. List his references directly on his résumé to save space. d. Incorporate a general statement such as "References furnished upon request" on his résumé instead of identifying each reference.

a. Ask any reference for permission before using his or her name.

What is the best advice to follow when creating the "Work Experience" or "Employment History" section of your résumé? a. Use action verbs to describe each job position and duty. b. Use personal pronouns (I, me, my) to personalize your résumé. c. Describe each job using complete sentences. d. Include every job you have ever had to demonstrate your work ethic.

a. Use action verbs to describe each job position and duty.

Because it emphasizes a candidate's education and work record, most recruiters favor a ________ . a. chronological résumé b. functional résumé c. video résumé d. infographic résumé

a. chronological résumé

Most jobs today are found by ________ . a. networking b. reading newspaper classified ads c. searching the Web d. attending job fairs

a. networking

Which statement is most accurate regarding e-portfolios? a. E-portfolios are just as effective as print résumés for showcasing your talents and qualifications. b. E-portfolios are generally accessed through websites. c. An e-portfolio is another name for an online résumé. d. E-portfolios can be seen by only a limited number of people.

b. E-portfolios are generally accessed through websites.

Which of the following "Summary of Qualifications" statements is most effective? a. Performed bookkeeping tasks b. Provided technical assistance to over 250 students and instructors in PC Lab c. Proficient at using most popular computer programs d. Comfortable with auditing procedures

b. Provided technical assistance to over 250 students and instructors in PC Lab.

What is the best advice for preparing a cover message for a solicited job? a. Address your letter to a department or title such as Human Resources Department or Hiring Manager. b. Refer to the name of an employee in the company. c. Write a cover letter only if requested by the employer. d. Use the indirect approach when writing your cover letter.

b. Refer to the name of an employee in the company.

An effective résumé style for a recent graduate who has good skills and limited work experience is the ________ . a. video résumé b. functional résumé c. chronological résumé d. infographic résumé

b. functional résumé

The body of a customized cover message should ________ . a. introduce the applicant b. promote qualifications for the position c. motivate action d. ask for an interview

b. promote qualifications for the position.

To build a personal network, you should do all of the following except ________ . a. contact individuals in person or online to establish potential job leads and referrals b. wait until a position is posted and then arrange a meeting with someone who is familiar with the company c. arrange a meeting with people you know who work in your career field d. develop a list of people whom you can contact

b. wait until a position is posted and then arrange a meeting with someone who is familiar with the company.

What is the best advice to follow when searching for a job online? a. Respond to "blind" job postings. b. Use a catchy e-mail address such as [email protected] to generate interest in you and your résumé. c. Limit personal information. d. Post your résumé on every online site you can find.

c. Limit personal information.

Which statement about employment in today's world is most accurate? a. The emphasis in today's job market is on the applicant rather than on the employer. b. Most job candidates can expect that their résumés and cover letters will be initially reviewed by a hiring committee. c. Today's employees will need constant retraining. d. Employees today can expect to stay in one career path

c. Today's employees will need constant retraining.

Well-informed job candidates know that the first step in the employment process is ________ . a. locating a specific job opening at a desirable company b. researching salary, benefits, and job stability in a chosen field c. identifying interests and evaluating qualifications d. developing an effective résumé to be sent to prospective employers

c. identifying interests and evaluating qualifications.

Which social media site is currently the top site for job seekers? a. Facebook b. Jobster c. Twitter d. LinkedIn

d. LinkedIn

In preparing a résumé that will be scanned, you should ________ . a. use bullets to emphasize information b. place information in tables or columns c. incorporate images, colors, and designs to demonstrate your creative flair d. focus on specific keywords or keyword phrases

d. focus on specific keywords or keyword phrases.