Which is NOT considered to be a "whole you" or hollistic hint to keep in mind when prepping for a written exam?

Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester

When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _____.

begin your search immediately after graduation

If you have a thorough understanding of career planning, which in the following ways will that benefit you?

It will provide you with the confidence needed to have a job that suits you

To narrow the search for a good job, you should ask all but which of the following

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

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

seek a professional resume writer

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

sending text messages to the owners before making a phone call or visit

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."

In preparation for your practical exam for licensing, you should do the following

Practice on the model you plan to take to the exam

Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good impression. What should you AVOID

Wear strong but stylish cologne or perfume

Done very next day after your interview

Follow up with a thank you note

Best definition of a resume

Written summary of education and work experience

In order to land professional position, you will be required to do all EXCEPT which of the following?

connect with a spa manager through a close friend already in the ndustry

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

Are you physically able to perform this job?

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

report card from your high school

Use action verbs on your resume, because ____ .

it makes accomplishments statements more positive

Not an example of appropriate networking

Decline to attend field trips because you seem less professional

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

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

make changes to answers without good reason

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

Include information that is relevant to the desired position

Jobs for entry-level beauty and wellness professionals _______.

are more numerous than the numbers of people who want them

What does it mean that you are "test wise"

You understand the stratigies for successful test taking

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1
Which is NOT considered to be a "whole you" or hollistic hint to keep in mind when prepping for a written exam?
Dress comfortably and professionally
Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester
Get plenty of rest the night before the exam
Avoid cramming the night before an exam
2
Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing
logical reasoning
illogical reasoning
a best guess strategy
practical induction
3
Done on the morning of your exam
Review the material thoroughly and heavily
Skip breakfast
Arrive to the test site early
Try to get very physically amped up
4
When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _____.
locate a spa that serves the type of clients you wish to serve
check out websites
begin your search immediately after graduation
keep the spa's culture in mind
5
If you have a thorough understanding of career planning, which in the following ways will that benefit you?
She can bypass the state board exam and move straight into her career.
It automatically translates into high test scores
It will guarantee a job with high wages and good working conditions.
It will provide you with the confidence needed to have a job that suits you
6
If you are interested in working at an establishment that offers full service treatments and pampering focus your search
booth rental establishments
high-end establishments
mid-priced full-service establishments
basic value-priced operations
7
All of the following are examples of soft skills, except:
Being punctual
Having good interpersonal skills
Having a positive attitude
Having good study habits
8
To narrow the search for a good job, you should ask all but which of the following
Which clientele do you want to work with?
What fees must be paid and what courses must be taken to get started?
What do you really want out of a career in the beauty industry?
What particular areas within the industry are most interesting to you?
9
As you list former and current positions on your resume, you should focus on:
duties
salary history
achievements
responsibilities
10
Which of the following should you do if you don't feel comfortable writing a resume?
explain to your prospective employer that you're not comfortable writing it
seek a professional resume writer
present your resume orally
apply for a different job
11
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 phone call or 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
12
If you are ____, you will have a full understanding of the strategies for successfully taking tests.
psychological fit
hardworking
test wise
career ready
13
A job that will allow you to transfer should you relocate to a different state, what should be your research focus be?
small independent shops
booth rental establishments
large national chains
independent chains
14
The MOST important factor that will influence how well you perform during your state's licensing exam is ___ .
your time management skills
your note-taking skills
your mastery of course content
your physical and psychological state
15
Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?
Ask: "What are you looking for in a stylist?"
Ask: "How long do employees typically work here?"
Ask: "When will the positition be filled?"
Say: "I don't have any questions for you at this time."
16
In preparation for your practical exam for licensing, you should do the following
Avoid practicing on a live model
Practice on the model you plan to take to the exam
Practice on as many models as possible
Practice on one model but not the one you are going to use
17
Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good impression. What should you AVOID
have your nails done
wear fashionable clothing
wear fashionable accessories
Wear strong but stylish cologne or perfume
18
If you want to enjoy similar success to that of top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry, you should NOT_.
draw on a reservoir of self-confidence to meet challenges.
plan for the future
rely on others
use your time wisely
19
If you want to subtly increase the breadth and scope of your professional contacts, you should start with:
networking
deductive reasoning
studying
targeting
20
Which of the following is NOT true of most of the top professionals in the esthetics industry
they achieved success through persistence
they were born successful
they achieved success through energy
They achieved success through self-motivation
21
Done very next day after your interview
Follow up with a thank you note
Call to see if they have made a decision
Send a text asking when you can start
Request second showing
22
Best definition of a resume
Thorough, comprehensive written description of education & work experience
Thorough, comprehensive oral description of education and work experience
Written summary of education and work experience
Oral summary of education and work experience
23
In order to land professional position, you will be required to do all EXCEPT which of the following?
pass your state's licensing exam
connect with a spa manager through a close friend already in the ndustry
secure required credentials from state board by filling out an application
Secure required credentials from state board by paying a fee
24
It is perfectly legal and okay if your interviewer asks you:
What is your native language?
Are you physically able to perform this job?
Are you a US citizen?
How old are you?
25
When preparing your professional resume, avoid_____________.
making it longer than one page
including your email
listing your skills and accomplishments
including your name, address, and phone number
26
When preparing for your first interview, make sure you have all BUT which of the following materials with you
names and phone numbers of previous employers
social security card or number
report card from your high school
drivers license or number
27
Use action verbs on your resume, because ____ .
untruthful statements usually catch up with you
you should be realistic about what employers might offer you
avoiding flowery language is important
it makes accomplishments statements more positive
28
Which of the following in NOT one of the questions you should expect to be asked during an interview?
Why do you want to work here?
Which skills do you feel are your strongest?
What is your native language?
How would you handle a problem client?
29
Not an example of appropriate networking
Join professional organizations
Attend business function or seminars
Decline to attend field trips because you seem less professional
Investigate online communities that you can particiate
30
Done during the interview
Don't sit until asked
Try not to smile
Criticize former employers when given the chance
Sip politely from the coffee you brought
31
GOOD advice to give someone regarding their practical exam would be to
never bring the same model with you to the exam on which you practiced
make a list of equipment you are expected to bring to the examination
watch carefully to see what other canidates are doing
take the exact same approach as you did for your written exam
32
Which of the following should you AVOID doing when you take the exam.
answer the easiest questions first
ask questions of the examiner
make changes to answers without good reason
skim the entire test before beginning
33
After submitting a resume and requesting an interview at a spa, how long should you wait to follow up?
one month
one day
one year
one week
34
Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?
Include your first work experience from long ago
Make it complex in order to show sophistication
Make it as long as possible
Include information that is relevant to the desired position
35
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
are less numerous than are the numbers of people who want them
can see their numbers drastically affected up or down with economic changes
36
What does it mean that you are "test wise"
You know all the answers to the test ahead of time
You understand the stratigies for successful test taking
You have enough confidence in yourself not to have needed to study
You crammed in a major study session before leaving to take the test
37
How long does an average potential employer spend scanning a resume before deciding whether or not to grant an interview
2 hours
20 minutes
20 seconds
2 minutes

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