GEB 3005 CPP quiz 2 Questions with Correct
Answers
When assessing how much competition you are facing for a job it is
worth remembering the advantage of finding a job through word of
mouth by networking because: Correct Answer-- All of the answers
- Studies show that 90% of job applicants focus almost entirely on the
open market and less than 10% of job applicants focus on the hidden Job
market
- Over 70% of jobs are in the hidden market versus 30% of jobs in the
open market
-It is better to be among the 10% of applicants focused on 70% of the
jobs available than among 90% of applicants focused on 30% of the jobs
available
The "hidden Job market" is a term referring to: Correct Answer-Jobs that
are spread only by word of mouth
What is "spraying and praying" when searching for a job? Correct
Answer-Sending identical copies of your resume to a large number of
companies and job postings and hoping to hear back
What will determine your level of focus, energy, and commitment to
complete the actions required to turn your career dream into reality?
, Correct Answer-The strength of your "vision" - i.e. the level of detail
you have about what you will be doing, how that fulfills you, the type of
people you will be working with, and the rewards of success
You can learn a lot about the job you want by talking to people who
manage people with that job. This is called an "informational interview."
Which of the following is a question that you could ask a manager of the
position you think you may want? Correct Answer--All of the answers
- Based on what my profile looks like now - what do I need to do to
improve my chances of being selected for this job in the future? What
are my gaps
- What are the top priority results expected from this job and what skills
are needed to deliver them?
-What type of personality has succeeded in this job before and what are
some of the key attitudes you look for?
Career advice that says, "Just follow your passion" can lead to problems.
Which of the following should also be taken into account? Correct
Answer-All of the answers
Your current ability versus what employers expect and the ability of
competing candidates for jobs you are passionate about
The market need for what you are passionate about
Answers
When assessing how much competition you are facing for a job it is
worth remembering the advantage of finding a job through word of
mouth by networking because: Correct Answer-- All of the answers
- Studies show that 90% of job applicants focus almost entirely on the
open market and less than 10% of job applicants focus on the hidden Job
market
- Over 70% of jobs are in the hidden market versus 30% of jobs in the
open market
-It is better to be among the 10% of applicants focused on 70% of the
jobs available than among 90% of applicants focused on 30% of the jobs
available
The "hidden Job market" is a term referring to: Correct Answer-Jobs that
are spread only by word of mouth
What is "spraying and praying" when searching for a job? Correct
Answer-Sending identical copies of your resume to a large number of
companies and job postings and hoping to hear back
What will determine your level of focus, energy, and commitment to
complete the actions required to turn your career dream into reality?
, Correct Answer-The strength of your "vision" - i.e. the level of detail
you have about what you will be doing, how that fulfills you, the type of
people you will be working with, and the rewards of success
You can learn a lot about the job you want by talking to people who
manage people with that job. This is called an "informational interview."
Which of the following is a question that you could ask a manager of the
position you think you may want? Correct Answer--All of the answers
- Based on what my profile looks like now - what do I need to do to
improve my chances of being selected for this job in the future? What
are my gaps
- What are the top priority results expected from this job and what skills
are needed to deliver them?
-What type of personality has succeeded in this job before and what are
some of the key attitudes you look for?
Career advice that says, "Just follow your passion" can lead to problems.
Which of the following should also be taken into account? Correct
Answer-All of the answers
Your current ability versus what employers expect and the ability of
competing candidates for jobs you are passionate about
The market need for what you are passionate about
