Final answers 12.13.13

Quiz

1. Who plays semi-pro football?

Justin

2. Who was born in Mississippi?

Marcus

3. Who’s favorite football team is the Falcons?

Brian

4. My father was a Southern Baptist preacher.

5. What percentage of time do managers have to spend on “personnel” problems?

80%

6. There are 8 steps to getting hired---name two of them.

See page 153

7. There are 10 ways to enhance your professional image---name 2 of them

See page 154

8. There are 9 places to look for a job---name 2 of them.

See pp. 155-157

9. Employers like to see certain characteristics in an applicant's resume. Name 2

See Pages 160-161

10. There are things you should exclude from a resume. Name 2

See Page 163

11. Name at least three action verbs to use in your resume.

See Page 161

12. To write an effective career objective, you have to ask yourself three basic questions. Name 2

• What kind of job am I searching for?• What kind of job am I qualified for?• What capabilities do I possess that match what a

potential employer wants?

13. There are two major ways to organize a resume. Name them

• Chronological • Functional

14. There are three things that you may include in your resume, but don’t restate them in your letter of application if you do. Name 1

• Personal data, including license or certificate number

• Specific names of courses in your major• Names and addresses of all your references

15. Besides the three interview questions we’ve already had, name 2 more.

See pages 187-188

16. The book names 7 things to help you prepare for your interview. Name 2

See pages 186-187

17. The opening paragraph of your letter of application must get your reader’s attention by answering 4 questions. Name 2 of them.

See page 180

18. The textbook mentions 6 guidelines as you make your Letter of Application. Name 2

See page 180

19. The textbook mentions 5 guidelines for how to write thebody of your Application Letter. Name 2

See page 181

20. The closing paragraph of your Application Letter should fulfill 4 important functions. Name 2

• Emphasizes once again briefly your major qualifications

• Asks for an interview or a phone call• Indicates when you are available for an interview• Thanks the reader

21. The textbook mentions 10 interview “Do’s and Don’ts.” Name 3 of them.

See pages 189-190

22. How long should you wait before you send a follow-up letter after the interview?

Within a week

23. The most important section of your online resume contains the _________ you use.

keywords

24. To achieve the “You Attitude,” the book mentions 4 guidelines for making an impression on your readers. Name 2.

See pages 105-109

25. Don’t be afraid of using _______ in letters. Readers will feel more friendly toward you and your message.

“You”

26. A business letter should be upbeat, clear, and to the point.

27. The book gives 5 tips to help you select appropriate keywords for your online resume. Name 2 of them

See page s 176-178