When you take the exam, you should AVOID _________

making changes to answers without a good reason

AVOID _________ when you decide to make your initial contact with a spa.

sending text messages to the owners before making a call or an in-spa visit

It is perfectly legal and okay if your interviewer asks you: _________

Are you physically able to perform this job?

In order to land that professional position you’ve been hoping for, you will be required to do all EXCEPT

Connect with a spa manager or owner through a close friend

If you don’t feel comfortable writing your own resume, _________.

seek a professional resume writer

Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?

Include information that is relevant to the desired position.

Which of the following is NOT an example of appropriate networking?

Decline to attend field trips sponsored by your school

When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _________.

begin your search immediately after graduation

A resume is BEST defined as _________.

a written summary of a person’s education and work experience

During an interview, you should _________.

not sit until you are asked to do so

First, you must pass the requisite state board practical exam. In your preparations, it is BEST that you...

Practice on the model you plan to take to the exam.

what, exactly, does it mean that you are “test wise”?

you understand the strategies for successful test taking.

Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good first impression. Because of this, you should AVOID _________.

wearing strong but stylish cologne or perfume to the interview

Which is NOT considered to be a “whole you” or holistic hint to keep in mind when preparing for a written exam?

Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester.

In which of the following ways will it benefit you to have a thorough understanding of career planning?

It provides you with the confidence needed to secure a job that suits you

Jobs for entry-level beauty and wellness professionals ________

are more numerous than the numbers of people who want them

Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?

Say: "I don't have any questions for you at this time."

The very next day after your interview, you should _________.

follow-up with a thank-you note or email

Use action verbs on your resume, because _________.

it makes accomplishment statements more positive

Now you need to narrow that goal into reality by answering all BUT which of the following important questions?

What fees must be paid and what courses must be taken to get you started?

When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure that you have all EXCEPT _________.

a report card from most recent schooling

GOOD advice to give someone regarding their practical exam would be to _________.

make a list of equipment you are expected to bring to the examination

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1
When you take the exam, you should AVOID _________
making changes to answers without a good reason
skimming the entire test before beginning
answering the easiest questions first
asking questions of the examiner
2
If you are _________, you will have a full understanding of the strategies for successfully taking tests.
hardworking
test wise
career ready
psychologically fit
3
AVOID _________ when you decide to make your initial contact with a spa.
using your best telephone manner when on the phone with spa owners
sending text messages to the owners before making a call or an in-spa visit
asking if you can make an appointment to go in and observe in person
explaining that you are preparing to graduate from beauty school
4
The MOST important factor that will influence how well you perform during your state’s licensing exam is _________.
your physical and psychological state
your mastery of course content
your time management skills
your note-taking skills
5
It is perfectly legal and okay if your interviewer asks you: _________
How old are you?
What is your native language?
Are you a U.S. Citizen?
Are you physically able to perform this job?
6
Which of the following is NOT true of most of the top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry?
They were born successful.
They achieved success through persistence
They achieved success through energy
They achieved success through self-motivation.
7
When preparing your professional resume, do NOT _________.
list your skills and accomplishments on it
include your email address on it
make it longer than one page
include your name, address, and phone number on it
8
In order to land that professional position you’ve been hoping for, you will be required to do all EXCEPT
Secure the required credentials from your state’s licensing board
Secure the required credentials by filling out an application.
Pass your state’s licensing exam.
Connect with a spa manager or owner through a close friend
9
If you don’t feel comfortable writing your own resume, _________.
present your resume orally
explain to your prospective employer you don’t feel comfortable
seek a professional resume writer
apply for a different job
10
Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?
Make it as long as possible.
Make it complex in order to show sophistication.
Include your first work experiences from long ago.
Include information that is relevant to the desired position.
11
Which of the following is NOT an example of appropriate networking?
Investigate online communities and social media networks
Join professional organizations
Attend business functions or health seminars
Decline to attend field trips sponsored by your school
12
When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _________.
check out websites and social networking sites for various spas
keep the spa’s culture in mind
begin your search immediately after graduation
locate a spa that serves the type of clients you wish to serve
13
A resume is BEST defined as _________.
an oral summary of a person’s education and work experience
a thorough, comprehensive, oral description of your education
a written summary of a person’s education and work experience
a thorough, comprehensive, written description of your education
14
You should NOT expect to be asked _________ during an interview.
which skills you feel are your strongest
how you would handle a problem client
what your native language is
why you want to work there
15
Start with _________, if you want to subtly increase the breadth and scope of your professional contacts.
studying
deductive reasoning
networking
targeting
16
During an interview, you should _________.
criticize former employers when given the chance
sip politely from a hot cup of coffee that you bring along
not sit until you are asked to do so
try not to smile, if possible
17
First, you must pass the requisite state board practical exam. In your preparations, it is BEST that you...
Practice on as many different models as possible.
Practice on the model you plan to take to the exam.
Practice on one model, but NOT the one you plan to take to the exam.
Avoid practicing on a live model altogether.
18
what, exactly, does it mean that you are “test wise”?
you know all of the answers to the test ahead of time.
you have enough confidence in yourself not to have needed to study at all.
you crammed in a major study session just before leaving to take the test.
you understand the strategies for successful test taking.
19
Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing which of the following?
A best-guess strategy
Practical induction
Illogical reasoning
Logical reasoning
20
Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good first impression. Because of this, you should AVOID _________.
having well-groomed nails at the interview
wearing fashionable and functional accessories top the interview
wearing fashionable clothing to the interview
wearing strong but stylish cologne or perfume to the interview
21
On the morning of your exam, you should _________.
review the material thoroughly and heavily
arrive to the test site early
skip breakfast
try to get very physically amped up
22
Which is NOT considered to be a “whole you” or holistic hint to keep in mind when preparing for a written exam?
Dress comfortably and professionally.
Get plenty of rest the night before the exam.
Avoid cramming the night before an exam.
Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester.
23
In which of the following ways will it benefit you to have a thorough understanding of career planning?
It provides you with the confidence needed to secure a job that suits you
It will allow you to bypass the state board exam
It will automatically translate to high test scores.
It will guarantee you a job with high wages and good working conditions.
24
Jobs for entry-level beauty and wellness professionals ________
are mostly available to those who rely on others to get them
are more numerous than the numbers of people who want them
can see their numbers drastically affected upwards or downwards
are less numerous than are the numbers of people who want them
25
How long after submitting a resume to and requesting an interview with the owner of a spa should you wait to follow-up?
One week
One year
One month
One day
26
Which of the following should you focus on as you list former and current positions on your resume?
Salary history
Duties
Achievements
Responsibilities
27
If you are interested in working for an salon that will allow you to transfer to a different state, you should focus on
independent chains
booth rental establishments
large national chains
small independent establishments
28
How long does the average potential employer spend scanning a resume before deciding whether to grant an interview?
20 seconds
2 hours
2 minutes
20 minutes
29
If you are interested in working in a establishment in which full-service treatments, you should focus your search on...
high-end salons or day spas
booth rental establishments
basic value-priced operations
mid-priced full-service operations
30
Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?
Ask: “When will the position be filled?”
Ask: “How long do employees typically work here?”
Say: "I don't have any questions for you at this time."
Ask: “What are you looking for in a stylist?”
31
The very next day after your interview, you should _________.
request a second showing
call to see if they’ve made a decision
send a text asking when you can start
follow-up with a thank-you note or email
32
Use action verbs on your resume, because _________.
it makes accomplishment statements more positive
untruthful statements usually catch up with you
avoiding flowery language is important
you should be realistic about what employers might offer you
33
If you want to enjoy similar success to that of top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry, you should NOT
use your time wisely
draw on a reservoir of self-confidence to meet challenges
rely on others
plan for the future
34
Now you need to narrow that goal into reality by answering all BUT which of the following important questions?
What particular areas within the industry are the most interesting to you?
Which clientele do you want to work with?
What do you really want out of a career in the beauty industry?
What fees must be paid and what courses must be taken to get you started?
35
When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure that you have all EXCEPT _________.
a driver’s license or number
names and phone numbers of previous employers
a report card from most recent schooling
a social Security card or number
36
All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT _________
being punctual
having good study habits
having good interpersonal skills
having a positive attitude
37
GOOD advice to give someone regarding their practical exam would be to _________.
make a list of equipment you are expected to bring to the examination
watch carefully to see what other test candidates are doing
never bring the same model with you to the exam on which you practiced
take the exact same approach as you did for your written exam

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