Financial Literacy | Cold Calling | Job Search | Interview / Resume | Job Retention |
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Chequing Account
The account most frequently used for frequent withdrawals and deposits, and accessed through a debit card
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Cold calling
_________ means taking the initiative to contact employers directly who are not expecting to speak with you
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Job Fair
An event in which employers, recruiters, and schools give information to potential employees for hiring. This event may have on-the-spot interviews.
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True - You should not use general resumes. Always include information from the job posting onto your resume to show you are best suited for the position
T/F - You should always customize your resume to the job posting you are trying to apply for
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Being on Time
Work Ethics Effort Body/Language Positive Energy Positive Attitude Passion Being Coachable Doing Extra Being Prepared
5 things that require ZERO talent to help keep the job
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Tax Free Savings Account
What does a TFSA stand for?
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True
Prepare a script for what you are planning to say, practice some calls and prepare to take notes if need be.
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Online (Company websites, job search engines)
In person Volunteer/Coop Social Media (Linked In, FB) Cold-calling Networking Job fairs Employment Centres / Agencies Flyers / Newspapers Schools / Community Centres
10 Ways to Job search
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Send Thank you Letter / Email
Something you do after an interview
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c) Just an excuse
Calling in and saying "I missed my bus" is __________ to miss work
a) Acceptable b) Ok if not done too often c) Just an excuse |
Automated Teller Machine (ATM)
You can pull cash out of a(n) __________ as long as you have a debit card
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Follow up
Job seekers should always ________ with employers or individuals they speak to regarding a potential job
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Networking
___________ is powerful because employers are willing to hire people that are referred
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Picture
Age Marital Status Ethnicity Salary Expectations Why You Left The Job Unprofessional Email Religious Beliefs Un-aligned bullet point / Borders / Fonts References Address (optional) Irrelevant Work Experience Hobbies / Interests
List 5 things you SHOULD NOT put on your resume
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False - Constantly asking questions can make you look like you are incompetent or unable to do the job/task. It's good to get clarification, but not constantly, especially to your supervisor!
T/F - Before you complete any task, you should constantly ask your supervisor questions about procedures to be followed
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False - It helps to keep a log of monthly expenses / spending to determine how much you are spending. Tracking helps you see where all your money goes and how fast. SPEND SMART - KEEP TABS
T/F - It 's not really effective to keep track of your spending habits because money come and money goes
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Hiring Manager
When calling an employer, you should ask for name of ____________
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www.volunteertoronto.ca
Volunteer Toronto
Website where I can access an abundance of volunteer opportunities in my area
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Folder
3-5 copies of resume Reference Page Questions prepared to ask employer (at least 5)
List of things that are mandatory to bring the day of your interview.
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Poor Dress/Grooming
Late/Absent Abuse of Alcohol or Drugs Making A Lot of Mistakes Not Following Instructions Many Accidents/Not Following Health and Safety Rules Gossipping Time theft Date a coworker
List 4 things you SHOULD NOT do on the job
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10%
You should put at least ______% of your income into your savings
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Conversational
Cold calling requires ___________ skills, not just inquiring about a job opportunity.
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Hidden Job Market
Jobs that aren't posted online or advertised. Can only be accessed through personal contacts, employment centers etc...
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STAR
Situation Task Action Result
Answering situational/behavioral questions
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1) Notify your supervisor/manager 2 weeks in advance
2) Submit resignation letter
If you have to leave a job you should do these 2 things.
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