The four steps to completing a successful job search are:
1. ❌ 2. ❌ 3. ❌ 4. ❌
Job seekers should think of job searching as an actual job.
Of the following, what does a job seeker need to be successful in their job search?
designated work space
writing supplies
reliable phone service
a career coach
home computer
Job seekers should have copies of their resume, cover letters, and applications in a document organizer such as a folder of three-ring binder.
❌ skills can be used in different jobs and include personality traits, management skills, and organization skills.
❌ skills are required to complete specific tasks while on the job such as forklift operation, career planning, and inserting an IV.
What are the three "C"s of application writing?
1. 2. 3.
Grammatical errors violate which "C" of application writing?
Correct
Conscientious
Complete
Concise
Concentrated
% of employers discard job applications or resumes due to grammatical errors.
Leaving employment dates blank violates which "C" of application writing?
Being dishonest on a job application violates which "C" of application writing?
Courageous
Competitive
Successful resumes include the job seeker's
contact information
desired salary
employment history
educational information
references
What are the three most common resume types?
functional
cronological
practical
combination
directional
Accomplishments translate to __________ evidence for the employer.
tangible
pertinent
traceable
The four phases of a job interview are:
1. 2. 3. 4.
The most commoly asked questions y employers include
Why don't you tell me about yourself?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Why should we hire you?
What is your desired salary?
How old are you?
Job seekers should prepare to ask questions during an interview.
Pay is negotiated during the job offer phase.
❌ of employers make a decision whether to hire an individual or not in under 5 minutes.
❌ of employers stated that being late for an interview is a deal breaker. ❌ said that being late wasn't deal breaker, but still a problem.
❌ of employers found that a job seeker's cell phone ringing during the interview was a deal breaker.
During phase three of the interview process- the "start" phase- the job seeker has an opportunity to demonstrate that they are prepared and confident while answering questions, as well as the opportunity to show the employer that they have done their research on the company.
Which of the following are best practices for Phase 4, "Conclusion", of the interview process?
be prepared when the interviewer asks "do you have any questions"
offer the employer a copy of their professional references sheet
send a thank you note or follow-up email
offer the employer to start the next day
negotiate salary
Thank you letters should be mailed within days of the interview.
