Ch 8: Career Planning*

Question 1

You should NOT decline to attend field trips sponsored by your school because they will make you seem more professional.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

The very next day after your interview, you should follow-up with a thank-you note or email.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

On the morning of your exam, you should _________.

Accepted Answer

arrive to the test site early

Question 4

If you want to enjoy similar success to that of top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry, you should NOT:

Accepted Answer

rely on others

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Studying the industry & having an understanding of career planning will help u w/ the confidence needed to secure a job

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

GOOD advice to give someone would be to make a list of equipment you are expected to bring to the examination.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

seek a professional resume writer

Question 9

Use action verbs on your resume, because _________.

Accepted Answer

it makes accomplishment statements more positive

Question 10

When preparing your professional resume, do NOT _________.

Accepted Answer

make it longer than one page

Question 11

During an interview, you should not sit until you are asked to do so.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

When you take the exam, you should AVOID _________.

Accepted Answer

making changes to answers without a good reason

Question 13

How long does the average potential employer spend scanning a resume before deciding whether or not to do an interview?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT true of most of the top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry?

Accepted Answer

They were born successful.

Question 15

If you are _________, you will have a full understanding of the strategies for successfully taking tests.

Accepted Answer

test wise

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT considered to be a “whole you” or holistic hint to keep in mind when preparing for an exam

Accepted Answer

Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester.

Question 17

It is perfectly legal and okay if your interviewer asks you: "Are you physically able to perform this job?"

Accepted Answer

True

Question 18

Start with _________, if you want to subtly increase the breadth and scope of your professional contacts

Accepted Answer

networking

Question 19

In order to land that pro position you’ve been hoping for w/in the beauty industry you will be required to do all EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Connect with an owner thru a close friend/relative already in the industry

Question 20

full-service treatments such as full-body wraps and luxurious locker rooms are offered, you should focus your search on:

Accepted Answer

high-end salons or day spas

Question 21

The MOST important factor that will influence how well you perform during your state’s licensing exam is _________.

Accepted Answer

your mastery of course content

Question 22

You must pass the state board practical exam. In your preparations, it is BEST that you do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

AVOID sending text messages to the owners before making a phone call when you make your initial contact with the spa

Accepted Answer

True

Question 24

Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Logical reasoning

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

wearing strong but stylish cologne or perfume to the interview

Question 26

A resume is BEST defined as a written summary of a person’s education and work experience

Accepted Answer

True

Question 27

You should NOT expect to be asked _________ during an interview.

Accepted Answer

what your native language is

Question 28

All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT _________.

Accepted Answer

having good study habits

Question 29

Which of the following should you focus on as you list former and current positions on your resume?

Accepted Answer

Achievements

Question 30

When preparing for your interview, make sure that you have all of the following materials to bring along with you EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

a report card from most recent schooling

Question 31

Working for an establishment with secure pay and benefits, and one that will allow you to transfer should you relocate:

Accepted Answer

large national chains

Question 32

How long after submitting a resume to the owner or manager of a spa should you wait to make follow-up contact?

Accepted Answer

1 week

Question 33

When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _________.

Accepted Answer

begin your search immediately after graduation

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

Include information that is relevant to the desired position.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

you understand the strategies for successful test taking.

Question 36

Which of the following questions do you NOT need to ask yourself when looking for a job in the beauty industry?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 37

Jobs for entry-level beauty and wellness professionals are more numerous than the numbers of people who want them.

Accepted Answer

True

Ch 8: Career Planning*

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Ch 8: Career Planning*

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