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| The best way to find a job prospect is _______. |
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| A blind ad is an ad ____________. |
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| That has no location information. |
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| If you are currently working, courtesies to your current employer include _________________. |
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-Not job hunting at work
-Informing your current boss first
-Giving two weeks' notice |
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| If you call to respond to a job ad, you should ____________. |
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-State your name
-State where you found the ad
-State what job you are calling about |
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| What is the prupose of a resume? |
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| Focuses on special qualities and used for someone re-entering the work force |
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| Focuses on career objectives |
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| Vital Information on a resume include ___________. |
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-Name
-Address
-Telephone Number
-E-mail address |
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| Headings on a resume include __________. |
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-Employment
-Education
-Experience
-Skills
-Objective
-Volunteer
-Certifications |
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| Reverse Chronologic Resume |
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| Listing from most current to oldest |
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| The correct format for a resume is ________. |
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| One page with 1 1/2 inch margins |
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| The proper tense for a resume is _________. |
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| Using action words with or without "ed" depending on job status (current or previous job) |
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| The purpose of the cover letter is _______. |
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To ask for the interview.
-Also inhance the information on your resume. |
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| When and why should you prepare a separate cover letter? |
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| When you want to be specific about the job you are applying for. You do not want it to be generic. |
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| When and how should a cover letter be used? |
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Mail, email, fax.
-Placed on top of the resume |
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| First, second, and third paragraphs of the cover letter should contain ________. |
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1) State reason for writing and get reader's attention
2) Highlight education, experience, and qualifications from your resume
3)Close and request interview |
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| Professional references include __________. |
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-Former instructors
-Provider
-Supervisor
-Coworkers |
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| Be prepared to complete the employment application _________. |
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| Your timeliness and efficiency in completing the application can _________. |
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-Get you the job
-Show your organization skills
-Have an impact on the employer |
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| Instead of leaving blanks on a application form, you should ______. |
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| To be prepared to complete your application, always carry ________. |
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| A copy of your previous application |
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| A protfolio should contain __________. |
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-Resume
-Reference Letter
-Cover Letter
-Certifications
-Letters of Reccomendation
-Licenses |
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| You should prepare to ask ___ questions at the end of the interview. |
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| If you are late for an interview _________. |
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| The most appropriate interview attire fro a woman includes ________. |
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-Slacks/Skirt
-Blouse
-Sweater
-Suit |
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| When you are greated at your interview, you should _________. |
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-Stand
-Shake hand
-Maintain eye contact |
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| After the interview, you should send a follow up letter _____. |
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| Send a follow up letter _______. |
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| Even if turning down the job. |
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| During the interview, always __________. |
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| Look your interviewr in the eye when answering questions. |
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