Question 1

Explain how to include keywords that will attract prospective employers to your résumé,and how to select those keywords.

Accepted Answer

Although most experts used to advise inc

Question 2

Using your résumé to tell employers you are detail oriented,a team player,and a hard worker

Accepted Answer

A)  is an effective strategy, since all employers appreciate these characteristics. 
B)  is generally not helpful unless you also include concrete proof and evidence to support your claims. 
C)  is often effective as long as you repeat the claims in your application letter. 
D)  often results in a higher starting salary. 
E)  should be avoided unless you are applying for an executive position. 
A)  is an effective strategy, since all employers appreciate these characteristics. 
B)  is generally not helpful unless you also include concrete proof and evidence to support your claims. 
C)  is often effective as long as you repeat the claims in your application letter. 
D)  often results in a higher starting salary. 
E)  should be avoided unless you are applying for an executive position.

Question 3

The best way to find job opportunities is usually

Accepted Answer

A)  searching online job boards such as Monster. 
B)  looking in the newspaper. 
C)  waiting to hear about them from people you know. 
D)  identifying the companies you want to work for and focusing your efforts on them. 
E)  to send a form letter to as many companies as possible, asking that they call you when they have openings. 
A)  searching online job boards such as Monster. 
B)  looking in the newspaper. 
C)  waiting to hear about them from people you know. 
D)  identifying the companies you want to work for and focusing your efforts on them. 
E)  to send a form letter to as many companies as possible, asking that they call you when they have openings.

Question 4

Including a photo of yourself with your résumé

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A)  is a great way to personalize your application. 
B)  helps you stand out among other applicants. 
C)  will cause some employers to discard your application immediately. 
D)  is the best way to guard against potential discrimination. 
E)  is a good idea if it shows you having fun and being yourself. 
A)  is a great way to personalize your application. 
B)  helps you stand out among other applicants. 
C)  will cause some employers to discard your application immediately. 
D)  is the best way to guard against potential discrimination. 
E)  is a good idea if it shows you having fun and being yourself.

Question 5

When conducting a job search,you can use the Internet to

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A)  look for job openings. 
B)  respond to job openings. 
C)  research various companies. 
D)  learn buzzwords and jargon associated with a particular industry. 
E)  do all of the above. 
A)  look for job openings. 
B)  respond to job openings. 
C)  research various companies. 
D)  learn buzzwords and jargon associated with a particular industry. 
E)  do all of the above.

Question 6

Name at least five types of information that should not be included on résumés when candidates are applying to companies in the U.S.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Name at least five types of information...

Question 7

If you have a personal webpage or e-portfolio,you should list it on your résumé under "Contact Information."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

If you have a criminal record,you are required by law to disclose it on your résumé.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Your work history includes a lengthy gap in employment.How can you handle this challenge when writing a résumé?

Accepted Answer

When preparing a résumé,the best way to

Question 10

If you are just graduating from college and have limited professional experience,

Accepted Answer

A)  a traditional chronological résumé is your only option. 
B)  a functional résumé is your only option. 
C)  your chronological résumé should probably list educational qualifications before listing experience. 
D)  your résumé can be written in a casual, informal tone. 
E)  applying for a full-time position is a waste of time. 
A)  a traditional chronological résumé is your only option. 
B)  a functional résumé is your only option. 
C)  your chronological résumé should probably list educational qualifications before listing experience. 
D)  your résumé can be written in a casual, informal tone. 
E)  applying for a full-time position is a waste of time.

Question 11

You can create a PDF file of your résumé with free Adobe Reader software.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In the work experience section of your résumé,you should leave out any jobs that do not relate directly to your career objective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that the CV is likely to be ________ than the résumé.

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A)  shorter 
B)  less formal 
C)  more detailed 
D)  less detailed 
E)  easier to read 
A)  shorter 
B)  less formal 
C)  more detailed 
D)  less detailed 
E)  easier to read

Question 14

If you plan to include a career objective or summary of qualifications in your résumé,you should make it as vague as possible to keep from limiting your prospects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The best time for college students to begin developing a job-search strategy is

Accepted Answer

A)  about six months prior to graduation. 
B)  now-even if they are a year or more away from graduation. 
C)  no earlier than the second semester of their junior year. 
D)  immediately after graduation. 
E)  when they locate a promising job ad. 
A)  about six months prior to graduation. 
B)  now-even if they are a year or more away from graduation. 
C)  no earlier than the second semester of their junior year. 
D)  immediately after graduation. 
E)  when they locate a promising job ad.

Question 16

When listing work experience on a résumé,you should emphasize significant achievements in each job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

How can reading business-related blogs,microblogs,and podcasts help you prepare to seek employment?

Accepted Answer

In addition to learning more about profe

Question 18

Explain what it means to take the initiative to find job opportunities,and why it is necessary in today's job market.

Accepted Answer

When it comes to finding the right caree

Question 19

One of your first steps in preparing to seek employment should be to

Accepted Answer

A)  write the story of you, including the things you are passionate about, your abilities, and so forth. 
B)  call some potential employers and ask for interviews. 
C)  visit promising businesses and ask if they have any openings. 
D)  come to terms with the fact that you will have little to no control over where you end up. 
E)  forget everything you've been told about how to get a job-the market is tougher than ever. 
A)  write the story of you, including the things you are passionate about, your abilities, and so forth. 
B)  call some potential employers and ask for interviews. 
C)  visit promising businesses and ask if they have any openings. 
D)  come to terms with the fact that you will have little to no control over where you end up. 
E)  forget everything you've been told about how to get a job-the market is tougher than ever.

Question 20

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Explain how to include keywords that will attract prospective employers to your résumé,and how to select those keywords.

Using your résumé to tell employers you are detail oriented,a team player,and a hard worker

The best way to find job opportunities is usually

Including a photo of yourself with your résumé

When conducting a job search,you can use the Internet to

Name at least five types of information that should not be included on résumés when candidates are applying to companies in the U.S.

If you have a personal webpage or e-portfolio,you should list it on your résumé under "Contact Information."

If you have a criminal record,you are required by law to disclose it on your résumé.

Your work history includes a lengthy gap in employment.How can you handle this challenge when writing a résumé?

If you are just graduating from college and have limited professional experience,

You can create a PDF file of your résumé with free Adobe Reader software.

In the work experience section of your résumé,you should leave out any jobs that do not relate directly to your career objective.

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that the CV is likely to be ________ than the résumé.

If you plan to include a career objective or summary of qualifications in your résumé,you should make it as vague as possible to keep from limiting your prospects.

The best time for college students to begin developing a job-search strategy is

When listing work experience on a résumé,you should emphasize significant achievements in each job.

How can reading business-related blogs,microblogs,and podcasts help you prepare to seek employment?

Explain what it means to take the initiative to find job opportunities,and why it is necessary in today's job market.

One of your first steps in preparing to seek employment should be to

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

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Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

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Exam 15: Building Careers and Writing Résumés

Explain how to include keywords that will attract prospective employers to your résumé,and how to select those keywords.

Using your résumé to tell employers you are detail oriented,a team player,and a hard worker

The best way to find job opportunities is usually

Including a photo of yourself with your résumé

When conducting a job search,you can use the Internet to

Name at least five types of information that should not be included on résumés when candidates are applying to companies in the U.S.

If you have a personal webpage or e-portfolio,you should list it on your résumé under "Contact Information."

If you have a criminal record,you are required by law to disclose it on your résumé.

Your work history includes a lengthy gap in employment.How can you handle this challenge when writing a résumé?

If you are just graduating from college and have limited professional experience,

You can create a PDF file of your résumé with free Adobe Reader software.

In the work experience section of your résumé,you should leave out any jobs that do not relate directly to your career objective.

The primary difference between a résumé and a CV is that the CV is likely to be ________ than the résumé.

If you plan to include a career objective or summary of qualifications in your résumé,you should make it as vague as possible to keep from limiting your prospects.

The best time for college students to begin developing a job-search strategy is

When listing work experience on a résumé,you should emphasize significant achievements in each job.

How can reading business-related blogs,microblogs,and podcasts help you prepare to seek employment?

Explain what it means to take the initiative to find job opportunities,and why it is necessary in today's job market.

One of your first steps in preparing to seek employment should be to

Your résumé should list past jobs in chronological order,with the first job first and the current job last.

Achieving Success Through Effective Business Communication

Mastering Team Skills and Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in a World of Diversity

Planning Business Messages

Writing Business Messages

Completing Business Messages

Crafting Messages for Electronic Media

Writing Routine and Positive Messages

Writing Negative Messages

Writing Persuasive Messages

Planning Reports and Proposals

Writing Reports and Proposals

Completing Reports and Proposals

Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Applying and Interviewing for Employment

Format and Layout of Business Documents

Documentation of Report Sources

Handbook of Grammar, Mechanics, and Usage

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