Understanding Key Career Concepts and Employability Skills

Question 1 (1 point) Saved Listen This is the state that we find ourselves in when we are completely immersed in a task. Often we call this state being “in the zone”. Question 1 options: a) Focused b) Happy c) Flow Question 2 (1 point) Saved Listen The second digit in the NOC Code represents the skill level. Question 2 options: True False Question 3 (1 point) Saved Listen These are teachable abilities that are often listed as requirements in the job description. Some examples include a degree or certificate, knowledge of procedures, fluency in a second language, or the ability to use a particular computer program. Question 3 options: a) Soft Skills b) Employability Skills c) Hard or Technical Skills d) All of the above Question 4 (1 point) Saved Listen Labour market information can help us... Question 4 options: a) Recognize skills that employers are looking for b) What education is required for specific jobs c) Where employers are hiring

d) All of the above Question 5 (1 point) Saved Listen These skills relate to the way that you manage yourself and interact with other people. They are more difficult to quantify but are critical for success in any workplace. Question 5 options: a) Technical Skills b) Hard Skills c) Employability or Soft Skills d) All of the Above Question 6 (1 point) Saved Listen According to Angela Duckworth the hallmark for high-achievers in every domain is... Question 6 options: a) high IQs b) emotional intelligence c) kindess d) grit Question 7 (1 point) Saved Listen The 2 mindsets identified by Carol Dweck are... Question 7 options: a) Growth and Fixed b) Open and Closed c) Old-fashioned and Modern d) Mature and Immature Question 8 (1 point) Saved Listen Which is NOT a habit for continued career success? Question 8 options: a) Treat everyone you encounter with respect

b) Have a professional appearance c) Never admit when you are wrong d) Keep your skills up to date Question 9 (1 point) Saved Listen Which is NOT one of Suzy Welch's tips for handling a mistake at work? Question 9 options: a) Get to the bottom of your mistake b) Re-brand yourself quickly with a win c) Blame it on someone else d) Own it Question 10 (1 point) Saved Listen The ability to recover, adapt, and transform in the face of challenging career situations, such as job search disappointments, job loss, career uncertainty, and challenging workplaces is known as ____________ Question 10 options: a) Time Management b) Career Resiliency c) Self-Care d) Self-Management Question 11 (1 point) Saved Listen SMART goals need to be Question 11 options: a) Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-Bound b) Single, Made-up, Actionable, Rationale, Targeted c) Specific, Measured, Actual, Real, Tangible Question 12 (1 point) Saved Listen

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Studies have shown that people feel most satisfied with their careers when they have... Question 12 options: a) a sense of purpose b) the opportunity to mast new skills c) the ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight d) all of the above Question 13 (1 point) Saved Listen In Alain de Botton's TED talk, “A kinder, gentler philosophy of success", what question does he say we tend to ask people when we first meet? Question 13 options: a) May I borrow $100? b) What do you do? c) If you could visit any place in the world where you you go? Question 14 (1 point) Saved Listen In Alain deBotton's TED talk, "A kinder, gentler philosophy of success", who is a snob? Question 14 options: a) Someone who accepts you as you are. b) Someone who takes a small part of you and uses it to form a complete vision about who you are. c) Someone who looks beyond superficial factors in another. Question 15 (1 point) Saved Listen The four domains of well-being are... Question 15 options: a) physical, social, emotional, cognitive b) physical, spiritual, outdoors, unity c) mind, body, spirit, friendship Question 16 (1 point) Saved Listen Your resume, cover letter, and references should be saved as separate documents.

Question 16 options: a) True b) False Question 17 (1 point) Saved Listen The acronym ADD stands for... Question 17 options: a) Attention, Direct, Dialogue b) Action, Description, Detail c) Active, Details, Define Question 18 (1 point) Saved Listen Accomplishment statements typically begin with a verb/action word. Question 18 options: a) True b) False Question 19 (1 point) Saved Listen Important information that shows your fit for the job should be easy to find on your resume. Question 19 options: a) True b) False Question 20 (1 point) Saved Listen If you have relevant work experience, you should list it before your education on your resume. Question 20 options: a) True b) False Question 21 (1 point) Saved Listen How can you protect yourself from job scams?

Question 21 options: a) Research the company in question thoroughly b) Stop applying for jobs c) Visit their website look for any inconsistencies (location, contact info, descriptions) d) Don't respond to emails from employers - only take phone calls e) Trust your instincts! If it feels "too good to be true," it probably is f) A, C, and E are correct Question 22 (1 point) Saved Listen Registering with employment agencies is free and may also come with perks like participating in free training or workshops. Question 22 options: a) True b) False Question 23 (1 point) Saved Listen Informational interviews are great opportunities to ask for a job. Question 23 options: a) True b) False Question 24 (1 point) Saved Listen If you invite someone for a "coffee chat" at a cafe it is expected that you will pay for your interviewee's drink. Question 24 options: a) True b) False Question 25 (1 point) Saved Listen The "hidden job market" refers to... Question 25 options: a) jobs that do not exist

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b) jobs that are available but unadvertised c) jobs that you have to look really hard to find Question 26 (1 point) Saved Listen Its important to get to know your manager, what their top concerns are and what they expect of you. Question 26 options: True False Question 27 (1 point) Saved Listen You have the right to request faith-based accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Commission policy on creed (faith or religion). Question 27 options: True False Question 28 (1 point) Saved Listen Which email tip below is NOT true? Question 28 options: a) Write clearly and concisely - do not overwhelm the recipient. b) You should state the purpose of the e-mail within the first two sentences. c) You should always "reply all" when responding to an email d) You may use bullet points to break up information. Question 29 (1 point) Saved Listen Recording your on the job achievements is important because... Question 29 options: a) You can share this information with your manager during your performance appraisal b) You can use your achievements to build your resume c) It helps give you confidence and identify your areas of strength d) All of the above

Question 30 (1 point) Saved Listen Which one of the following is NOT an influence on negotiation. Question 30 options: a) Economy b) Negotiation Skills c) Referrals d) Organizational Factors Question 31 (1 point) Saved Listen How many typing errors are permitted in a cover letter? Question 31 options: 0 1-4 5-10 10+ Question 32 (1 point) Saved Listen Which of the following should you do when writing your cover letter? Question 32 options: Simply copy and paste the same letter over and over so as to be sure there are no mistakes. Copy and paste the first and last paragraphs of the original cover letter, but tailor the rest of the letter to the specific employer. Create an original letter for each job application. Create an original cover letter by copying and pasting paragraphs from other sample cover letters you search for online. Question 33 (1 point) Saved Listen Which of the following is a very important tip you should do before submitting your cover letter? Question 33 options: Use a digital signature

Have someone else read it Make the important sections bold Add references Question 34 (1 point) Saved Listen What must be included in a cover letter? Question 34 options: Date Return Address Recipient information All of the above Question 35 (1 point) Saved Listen A cover letter should be handwritten as it adds a personal touch. Question 35 options: True False Question 36 (1 point) Saved Listen Which of the following is NOT an example of additional information you should add to your LinkedIn profile? Question 36 options: Your passion for the American Red Cross Your child's achievements Your test score on an industry exam A journal you published in graduate school Question 37 (1 point) Saved Listen An easy way to grow one's LinkedIn network is to include which of the following in one's profile Question 37 options: All schools attended all previous employers

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All professional and community associations, organizations, etc. All of the above Question 38 (1 point) Saved Listen To make your LinkedIn profile appear in more searches, you should _______. Question 38 options: A) Add relevant industry keywords to the headline and summary sections B) write a provocative profile headline that has nothing to do with your profession C) make a point of connecting on LinkedIn with respected professionals you meet D) Both A and C above Question 39 (1 point) Saved Listen Which of the following would be the best choice for a LinkedIn profile photo? Question 39 options: a holiday/weekend snap of you around the camp fire a wedding photo where you are all dressed up a photo of you sitting in your bedroom a photo with a neutral background where you are professionally dressed Question 40 (1 point) Saved Listen 70% of employers use social media to screen potential candidates. Question 40 options: a) True b) False

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