Question 1

It is a good idea to bring copies of your resume to a Career Network meeting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 70 percent of all jobs are found ________.

Accepted Answer

A) through the Internet 
B) through networking 
C) through professional and trade associations 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) through the Internet 
B) through networking 
C) through professional and trade associations 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above B

Question 3

Describe how to compare job openings to select which job openings to apply for.

Accepted Answer

Student answers should describe how to categorize the jobs (is the job is a stretch, target, or contingency job-that is, hard to get or dream job; ideal for right now; or a backup plan for which you are overqualified)and rate them on a simple 3, 2, 1 scale based on both personal interests/needs and qualifications.

Question 4

Applying through online job boards is the best and easiest way to get a job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

You should rate job openings to determine how well the jobs fit your needs because:

Accepted Answer

A) you can tell your Warm Introduction how good a match the job is to your interests. 
B) you may not have time to apply for every job opening, so it is important to know which jobs to focus on. 
C) you need to track how long it takes to apply for each type of job so that you can use your time well. 
A) you can tell your Warm Introduction how good a match the job is to your interests. 
B) you may not have time to apply for every job opening, so it is important to know which jobs to focus on. 
C) you need to track how long it takes to apply for each type of job so that you can use your time well.

Question 6

It's a good idea to ask people in your Career Network to provide which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) Good tips for what school to attend 
B) What their current salary is so that you will understand if you want to follow their career path 
C) A Warm Introduction to get your resume to a prospective employer 
A) Good tips for what school to attend 
B) What their current salary is so that you will understand if you want to follow their career path 
C) A Warm Introduction to get your resume to a prospective employer

Question 7

To get a good job fast, apply for every job in your field that you see online or learn about through your Career Network.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

You should wait until you have a job before joining a professional organization because your employer may pay your dues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A good source of job leads is your Career Network and ____.

Accepted Answer

A) classified advertisements 
B) career/job fairs 
C) the Internet 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) classified advertisements 
B) career/job fairs 
C) the Internet 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 10

To respect your network contacts' time, do not bother them with updates about your job search.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Describe a Career Network meeting that you might have, including how to prepare, how the meeting might proceed, a few example questions you would ask, and what to do immediately after the Career Network meeting.

Accepted Answer

Student answers should include one or mo

Question 12

Good things to keep track of about people in your Career Network include:

Accepted Answer

A) contact information, including how to spell their name. 
B) how you came to know them (introduction, at a career fair, etc.). 
C) notes about your last interaction and plans for your next interaction. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above ​ 
A) contact information, including how to spell their name. 
B) how you came to know them (introduction, at a career fair, etc.). 
C) notes about your last interaction and plans for your next interaction. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above ​

Question 13

A volunteer position related to your career field can help you build your network of contacts for your future job search.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A stretch job is a job in which the employer requires long hours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When you meet with a Career Network contact, you should:

Accepted Answer

A) give that person two copies of your resume. 
B) be considerate of that person's time. 
C) ask for the names of two other contacts. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above 
A) give that person two copies of your resume. 
B) be considerate of that person's time. 
C) ask for the names of two other contacts. 
D) all of the above 
E) none of the above

Question 16

You will have many job leads. What information should you keep track of for each one?

Accepted Answer

A) Job title or description, contact information, and interactions list 
B) Job position and estimated number of people applying for this job 
C) Jobs close to your home that are outside of your career field and interest 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above 
A) Job title or description, contact information, and interactions list 
B) Job position and estimated number of people applying for this job 
C) Jobs close to your home that are outside of your career field and interest 
D) All of the above 
E) None of the above

Question 17

Which of the following would be good to ask members of your Career Network?

Accepted Answer

A) Do you know of any job openings? 
B) Do you know of anyone who might know of job openings? 
C) Do you have any suggestions for my job search? 
D) All of the above 
A) Do you know of any job openings? 
B) Do you know of anyone who might know of job openings? 
C) Do you have any suggestions for my job search? 
D) All of the above

Question 18

You should send thank-you notes only to Career Network meeting contacts who give you a referral for your job search.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A current job target is:

Accepted Answer

A) a job that is ideal for you right now and matches your qualifications and interests at this time. 
B) a job that you could easily target and get, likely because you are overqualified. 
C) a job that is your "dream job," is difficult to get, and requires lots of targeted effort. 
A) a job that is ideal for you right now and matches your qualifications and interests at this time. 
B) a job that you could easily target and get, likely because you are overqualified. 
C) a job that is your "dream job," is difficult to get, and requires lots of targeted effort.

Question 20

(a)Why is it important to connect with more people in your profession or trade? (b)List three ways to get connected.

Accepted Answer

​ 
 (a)The more time you spend with othe

It is a good idea to bring copies of your resume to a Career Network meeting.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 70 percent of all jobs are found ________.

Describe how to compare job openings to select which job openings to apply for.

Applying through online job boards is the best and easiest way to get a job.

You should rate job openings to determine how well the jobs fit your needs because:

It's a good idea to ask people in your Career Network to provide which of the following?

To get a good job fast, apply for every job in your field that you see online or learn about through your Career Network.

You should wait until you have a job before joining a professional organization because your employer may pay your dues.

A good source of job leads is your Career Network and ____.

To respect your network contacts' time, do not bother them with updates about your job search.

Describe a Career Network meeting that you might have, including how to prepare, how the meeting might proceed, a few example questions you would ask, and what to do immediately after the Career Network meeting.

Good things to keep track of about people in your Career Network include:

A volunteer position related to your career field can help you build your network of contacts for your future job search.

A stretch job is a job in which the employer requires long hours.

When you meet with a Career Network contact, you should:

You will have many job leads. What information should you keep track of for each one?

Which of the following would be good to ask members of your Career Network?

You should send thank-you notes only to Career Network meeting contacts who give you a referral for your job search.

A current job target is:

(a)Why is it important to connect with more people in your profession or trade? (b)List three ways to get connected.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Know the Interview Essentials

Prepare for Your Interview

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

Take Charge of Your Career Appendix: Succeeding in the Job Search Journey Using Social Media

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Exam 6: Find Job Openings

It is a good idea to bring copies of your resume to a Career Network meeting.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 70 percent of all jobs are found ________.

Describe how to compare job openings to select which job openings to apply for.

Applying through online job boards is the best and easiest way to get a job.

You should rate job openings to determine how well the jobs fit your needs because:

It's a good idea to ask people in your Career Network to provide which of the following?

To get a good job fast, apply for every job in your field that you see online or learn about through your Career Network.

You should wait until you have a job before joining a professional organization because your employer may pay your dues.

A good source of job leads is your Career Network and ____.

To respect your network contacts' time, do not bother them with updates about your job search.

Describe a Career Network meeting that you might have, including how to prepare, how the meeting might proceed, a few example questions you would ask, and what to do immediately after the Career Network meeting.

Good things to keep track of about people in your Career Network include:

A volunteer position related to your career field can help you build your network of contacts for your future job search.

A stretch job is a job in which the employer requires long hours.

When you meet with a Career Network contact, you should:

You will have many job leads. What information should you keep track of for each one?

Which of the following would be good to ask members of your Career Network?

You should send thank-you notes only to Career Network meeting contacts who give you a referral for your job search.

A current job target is:

(a)Why is it important to connect with more people in your profession or trade? (b)List three ways to get connected.

The Job Search Process

Know Yourself to Market Yourself

Picture Yourself in the Workplace Part II: Create Your Resume

Plan Your Resume

Write Your Resume Part III: Apply for Jobs

Write Job Applications

Write Effective, Tailored Cover Letters Part Iv: Shine at Interviews

Know the Interview Essentials

Prepare for Your Interview

Interview Like a Pro Part V: Connect, Accept, and Succeed

Stay Connected With Prospective Employers

Dealing With Disappointment

Take Charge of Your Career Appendix: Succeeding in the Job Search Journey Using Social Media

Filters