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What is an important skill needed for a successful job search according to the text?
What is an important skill needed for a successful job search according to the text?
- Gaming
- Cooking
- Problem-solving (correct)
- Gardening
Which type of skills are mentioned as essential for describing one's strengths and conveying interests nonverbally during a job search?
Which type of skills are mentioned as essential for describing one's strengths and conveying interests nonverbally during a job search?
- Painting
- Communication (correct)
- Swimming
- Driving
What is emphasized as crucial for identifying job opportunities and making decisions during a job search?
What is emphasized as crucial for identifying job opportunities and making decisions during a job search?
- Decision-making (correct)
- Shopping
- Dancing
- Singing
According to the text, what is necessary for managing a job search effectively?
According to the text, what is necessary for managing a job search effectively?
What is described as important for negotiating employment needs during a job search?
What is described as important for negotiating employment needs during a job search?
What does the text suggest is crucial for being an effective manager in the context of a job search?
What does the text suggest is crucial for being an effective manager in the context of a job search?
Where can job seekers find job listings and networking opportunities?
Where can job seekers find job listings and networking opportunities?
What resources do career centers provide for job search?
What resources do career centers provide for job search?
What can temporary employment agencies provide?
What can temporary employment agencies provide?
How do Jane and Glenna approach their job searches differently?
How do Jane and Glenna approach their job searches differently?
What skills can job seekers use to improve their job search strategies?
What skills can job seekers use to improve their job search strategies?
Where can job seekers find help wanted ads organized into general categories?
Where can job seekers find help wanted ads organized into general categories?
What is the recommended timeframe to start an active job search before the desired start date?
What is the recommended timeframe to start an active job search before the desired start date?
What percentage of job openings are never advertised?
What percentage of job openings are never advertised?
What should individuals maintain in their networking file?
What should individuals maintain in their networking file?
What should individuals seek when networking, instead of directly asking for a job?
What should individuals seek when networking, instead of directly asking for a job?
What is essential in treating the job search as a job itself?
What is essential in treating the job search as a job itself?
What is crucial in a successful job search strategy?
What is crucial in a successful job search strategy?
What is the recommended way to submit a cover letter and resume electronically?
What is the recommended way to submit a cover letter and resume electronically?
What is a key consideration when choosing references for a career portfolio?
What is a key consideration when choosing references for a career portfolio?
What is the negative impact of spelling errors in a cover letter?
What is the negative impact of spelling errors in a cover letter?
What is the purpose of a resume?
What is the purpose of a resume?
What section should be included in a resume according to the text?
What section should be included in a resume according to the text?
What is the importance of using action words in a resume?
What is the importance of using action words in a resume?
What should you be cautious of when searching for a job?
What should you be cautious of when searching for a job?
What is essential for creative careers?
What is essential for creative careers?
What is important to include even when sending a resume electronically?
What is important to include even when sending a resume electronically?
What should be included in a career portfolio?
What should be included in a career portfolio?
What is typically required for human resources careers?
What is typically required for human resources careers?
What is crucial for making a positive impression on employers?
What is crucial for making a positive impression on employers?
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Study Notes
Job Search Tips and Best Practices
- Be cautious of job scams that promise high income with no experience or education required.
- Watch out for job postings that ask for payment, personal information, or involve money transfers.
- Keep your job search organized by maintaining a to-do list and contacting people in your network daily.
- Maintain a record of the people you contact, including their contact details and the outcome of the communication.
- Set up folders to store documents related to your job search, including cover letters, emails, and brochures.
- Human resources careers involve reviewing job applications, advising employees, and managing records.
- Educational requirements for human resources careers typically include a bachelor’s degree.
- Job search documents, such as resumes, cover letters, and references, play a crucial role in making a positive impression on employers.
- A portfolio is essential for creative careers and should include samples of current work.
- Everyone should maintain a career portfolio for storing job search documents and using it as a resource during applications and interviews.
- A cover letter is important as it shows that you have taken the time to tailor your qualifications to a specific job.
- Even when sending a resume electronically, it is important to include a cover letter.
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