BUS208 Chapter 13 – Flashcards

Which of the following statements about today's job market is most accurate? All answer choices reflect accurate statements about today's job market. Employees can expect to remain in the same job throughout their careers. Most résumés are first read by screening committees. Employers are most interested in how a candidate will add value to their organization.

The first step in the employment process is to __________. contact your references analyze your interests and goals and evaluate your qualifications write a customized and persuasive résumé purchase a professional interview suit

The best method for finding a job in today's competitive job market is through __________.

Gretchen will soon be graduating from college and wants to begin searching for a job online. What advice should she follow? Post her résumé on reputable, well-known sites. Post her information privately. All answer choices are good tips for Gretchen as she searches online for employment opportunities. Avoid responding to "blind" job postings.

The No. 1 social media site to search for jobs is __________.

An important part of the job-search process is developing a personal brand. Personal branding involves _________.

Scott worked 15 years as a mechanical engineer, but he lost his job due to a plant closure. He must now write a résumé to begin his search for a new job in the engineering field. What résumé style would be best for him to use?

What is the best advice for creating the main heading section of your résumé?

Which of the following is the best career objective for a résumé? To obtain a challenging position where I can use my skills and abilities To obtain a human resources position to assist your company with the hiring and training of employees To obtain an entry-level position To work for a company that provides good benefits and room for advancement

A summary of qualifications section on a résumé __________.

In the education section of your résumé, you should __________.

Which of the following will maximize the hits your résumé receives from an applicant tracking system? Avoid descriptions of interpersonal traits or aptitudes. Describe your experience, education, and qualifications in general terms. Include as many abbreviations and acronyms as possible. Use accurate, specific names of schools, degrees, products, job titles, and companies.

An e-portfolio is __________.

Which of the following statements about a cover message is most accurate? Cover messages should be purposefully vague because they will be sent with a résumé that elaborates on your skills and qualifications. A cover message is necessary for only solicited job openings. The same cover message can be used for every job for which you apply. The purpose of a cover message is to introduce your résumé

Which of the following is the best closing sentence for a cover message? I will be available for an interview on Tuesday, March 11, at 10 a.m. To add to your team a well-trained, knowledgeable accountant with proven analytical and communication skills, call me at (555) 555-1234 to arrange an interview. Please call me any time at your earliest convenience. I hope to hear from you soon.

The first step in a job search is looking inside yourself to explore what you like and dislike so you can make good employment choices.

The majority of today's jobs are advertised in the open job market.

Job seekers should avoid using social media sites to network and to search for employment opportunities.

The most popular résumé style with recruiters is the chronological résumé.

You should prepare a tailored résumé for every position you seek.

You should limit the length of your résumé to one page.

You should include your references on your résumé because it adds credibility to your application materials.

Distorting facts on a résumé is acceptable in today's competitive job market.

Video and infographic résumés are suitable for all individuals and professions.

Dear Selection Committee is an effective opening for a cover message.