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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Pretend you are deciding between two job offers where the daily responsibilities are exactly the same. Create a list of factors that would influence which job you would accept and rank them from “most important” to “least important.” | Assume that your interviewers are monitoring your social media and post about relevant topics to your industry |
| Which of the following scenarios best describes the 401(k) matching benefit? | Esme’s employer will contribute money to her 401(k) based on how much she contributes |
| Why should you personalize each thank you note you send after an interview? | To make a lasting impression on each interviewer |
| You're applying to jobs in the United States. How should you format your resume? | Keep it simple and easy to read, with clear headings and bullet points |
| A best practice when networking on LinkedIn is... | Create a snappy headline to get the attention of potential employers |
| Which of the following statements about careers is generally TRUE? | The same skill set can be applied in different jobs |
| What is the purpose of a 401(k) plan? | To save for retirement |
| In the first paragraph of a cover letter, you should do all of the following, EXCEPT… | Explain why you left your previous job |
| Which of the following is the best strategy when using an online job board? | Set up a profile, set filters on which types of jobs you're looking for, and sign up for alerts |
| Neil decided not to go to college. After he graduated from high school, he started working as a real estate agent. This career decision has all of the following advantages, EXCEPT… | He expanded his range of possible job opportunities |
| Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding employee benefits? | It is possible for a job with a lower salary to have a better total compensation package when employee benefits are included |
| What is the STAR method? | A framework for effectively responding to common interview questions |
| What is the purpose of a resume? | To highlight your work experience and qualifications |
| In which scenario would you be MOST likely to use pre-prepared conversation starters? | Introducing yourself to a hiring manager at a career fair |
| All of the following are hard skills EXCEPT... | Adaptability |
| Avery is a recent college graduate with a degree in marketing. She wants to expand her professional network. All of the following strategies would help her expand her network, EXCEPT… | Complete a self-assessment |
| During an interview, if you've had a bad experience at a previous job, what should you do rather than speak negatively about that organization? | Speak about what you learned in that role |
| Which of the following is TRUE about a cover letter? | A cover letter highlights your strengths and interest in a position |
| Which statement is TRUE about the job posting shown here? | AutoNation will provide this employee with multiple types of insurance in their benefits package |
| In the United States, why is it often considered a good financial decision to go to college, even though a college degree is expensive? | College graduates have higher average lifetime earnings than high school graduates |
| Which of the following activities is recommended to expand your professional network? | Attending conferences related to your field |
| Grayson has a job interview tomorrow. Which of the following would be the BEST advice to give him? | Conduct research on the company ahead of time to understand how his values and beliefs align with the company’s mission |
| Lilly is working on her first resume and has no previous work experience. What can she do to boost her resume? | Emphasize her education and highlight her strong GPA |
| Your friend, Nabila, has a virtual interview tomorrow and is extremely nervous. Nabila should do all of the following things to prepare for her virtual interview EXCEPT… | Dress as comfortably as possible; since this is a virtual interview, professional dress is not necessary |
| Soft skills can be best described as... | Skills that allow a person to work effectively with others |