Personal Finance Chapter 6 Career
Readiness Exam Questions and
Answers
Entrepreneur - Answer-someone who starts and runs their own business
proximity principle - Answer-the idea that you should connect with people who are doing
what you want to do and get in the right places in order to find new opportunities related
to your dream job
Career sweet spot - Answer-the spot where what you love to do the most intersects with
the things you do the best
Job Shadowing - Answer-Following another worker on the job for a few days
Soft skills - Answer-character traits and interpersonal skills requiring EQ (emotional
quotient) that guide how you interact with others
Hard skills - Answer-technical skills (typically learned) demonstrated with a level of
competency requiring IQ (intelligence quotient)
Resume Purpose Statement - Answer-A resume objective statement introduces a
resume to the hiring manager. It usually states the position for which you are applying
and may include your career goals.
Personal Values - Answer-Are the things that are important to us, the characteristics
and behaviors that motivate us and guide our decisions
Mentor - Answer-someone who supports, guides, and advises another person over a
period of time
Personal brand - Answer-a widely recognized perception or impression of an individual
based on conduct, experience, skills, and actions
Explain how to land your dream job - Answer-Start small and work your way up.
Identify the benefits to working while you are in school - Answer-Earn money, develop
skills, gain experience, boost gpa
Identify which information should be included in your resume - Answer-Your resumé
should include the people you know who are connected to the company you're applying
at, why you want to work there, and how you can add value to the company. You'll also
want to add your past job experience along with education, training, and certifications.
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