When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure you have all BUT which of the following materials?

report card from your most recent schooling

Why is it important to use action verbs on your resume?

Because it makes accomplishment statements more positive.

You are an instructor. Betty asks what exactly it means to be "test-wise". What do you tell her?

Practice good study habits and time management

Gracie is getting ready for a big interview. She needs an outfit to wear. Which should she NOT include in her ensemble

a very strong, heavy dose of fashionable perfume

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

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

Jamil is a bit nervous. Which of the following is the BEST advice you can give him to prepare for the practical exam?

Look the part: neat, clean and professional

Which of the following should you AVOID doing when you take the exam?

Make changes to answers without good reason.

Which of the following should you do if you don't feel comfortable writing your own resume?

Seek a professional resume writer.

When targeting potential employers, which of the following should you NOT do?

Begin your search immediately after graduation.

Melania feels she is "test-wise" and more than ready for this mornings state board exam. What does "test-wise" mean?

She understands the strategies for successful test taking.

Jeremy is planning to become a beauty pro. In preparations for state practical boards, it is BEST for him to do which?

Practice on the model he plans to take to the exam.

When creating your resume, you should focus on

including information that is relevant to the desired position.

Which of the following should you do the day after your interview?

Follow-up with a thank you note or email.

After finding a good job, you needs to narrow your goals into reality by answering all BUT which of the questions?

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

Which of the following should you AVOID when you decide to make your initial contact with a salon, spa or barbershop?

Send text messages to the owners before making a phone call or in-spa visit

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1
When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure you have all BUT which of the following materials?
report card from your most recent schooling
names and phone numbers of previous employers
drivers license or number
Social Security card or number
2
Why is it important to use action verbs on your resume?
Because avoiding flowery language is important.
Because untruthful statements usually catch up with us.
Because it makes accomplishment statements more positive.
Because you should be realistic about what employers might offer you.
3
Which of the following is the most important factor which affects how you perform during your state's licensing exam?
your physical and psychological state
your note-taking skills
your time management skills
your mastery of course content
4
You are an instructor. Betty asks what exactly it means to be "test-wise". What do you tell her?
Allow flexibility around other parts of your life for your study schedule.
Practice good study habits and time management
Let past quizzes and tests remain in the past.
Become a passive studier.
5
Gracie is getting ready for a big interview. She needs an outfit to wear. Which should she NOT include in her ensemble
a very strong, heavy dose of fashionable perfume
similar stylish clothing to that of current employees
her briefcase, which holds her portfolio
fashionable and functional accessories/jewelry
6
Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask them questions?
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 beauty pro? "
ASK: "When will the position be filled?"
7
Which of the following is NOT an example of a soft skill?
study habits
punctuality
interpersonal skills
a positive attitude
8
After submitting a resume/requesting an interview with owner/manager of salon, you should make follow up contact within
week
month
year
day
9
Jamil is a bit nervous. Which of the following is the BEST advice you can give him to prepare for the practical exam?
Try to watch and mimic what other test candidates are doing during exam
Don't worry about infection control protocols during the exam.
Look the part: neat, clean and professional
Consider the examiners instructions as suggestions
10
Amy has been told by classmates she needs to improve her soft skills. Which are they LEAST likely to say she can improve
her attitude.
her service technique.
her willingness to help others.
her appearance
11
Which of the following should you AVOID doing when you take the exam?
Answer the easiest questions first.
Ask questions of the examiner.
Skim the entire test before beginning.
Make changes to answers without good reason.
12
Which of the following should you do if you don't feel comfortable writing your own resume?
Present your resume orally.
Explain to employer that you don't feel comfortable writing your own resume
Apply for a different job.
Seek a professional resume writer.
13
When targeting potential employers, which of the following should you NOT do?
Locate an establishment that serves the type of clients you wish to serve.
Keep the establishment's culture in mind.
Begin your search immediately after graduation.
Check out websites and social networking sites.
14
Which of the following is NOT one of the questions you should expect to be asked during an interview?
How would you handle a problem client?
What is your native language?
Which skills do you feel are your strongest?
Why do you want to work here?
15
Melania feels she is "test-wise" and more than ready for this mornings state board exam. What does "test-wise" mean?
She understands the strategies for successful test taking.
She crammed in a major study session just before leaving to take the test.
She knows all the answers
She has enough confidence in herself not to have needed to study at all.
16
When preparing your professional resume, avoid ______.
including your email address
listing your skills and accomplishments
including your name, address and phone number
making it longer than one page
17
Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing
a best-guess strategy
practical induction
illogical reasoning
logical reasoning
18
Jeremy is planning to become a beauty pro. In preparations for state practical boards, it is BEST for him to do which?
Practice on the model he plans to take to the exam.
Practice on one model, knowing a different one will be provided for exam.
Practice on as many different models as possible.
Avoid practicing on a live model all together.
19
As you list former and current positions on your resume, you should focus on
salary history
duties
responsibilities
achievements
20
When creating your resume, you should focus on
making it complex to show sophistication
including your first work experiences from long ago
including information that is relevant to the desired position.
making it as long as possible
21
To understand the strategies for successfully taking tests is to be
test-wise
hardworking
psychologically fit
career ready
22
Which of the following should you do the day after your interview?
Call to see if they have made a decision.
Send a text asking when you can start.
Follow-up with a thank you note or email.
Request a second interview.
23
After finding a good job, you needs to narrow your goals into reality by answering all BUT which of the questions?
What do you really want out of a career in the beauty industry?
What particular areas within the industry are most interesting to you?
Which clientele do you want to work with?
What fees must be paid and what courses must be taken to get you started?
24
Which of the following is NOT true of most of the top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry?
They achieved success through energy.
They were born successful.
They achieved success through self-motivation.
They achieved success through persistence.
25
Which of the following should you AVOID when you decide to make your initial contact with a salon, spa or barbershop?
Send text messages to the owners before making a phone call or in-spa visit
Use your best telephone manner when on the phone with owners.
Explain that you are preparing to graduate from beauty school.
Ask if you can make an appointment to go in and observe in person.

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