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Standard Foundations Chapter 8 Career Planning
Standard Foundations Chapter 8 Career Planning
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1
When answering multiple choice question,___.
Responses such as “all of the above” are usually not the correct choice
If two choices are opposite one is probably correct
stop reading the choices when you see one that looks correct
You should never guess under any circumstances
2
When developing your résumé, use concise clear sentences and avoid over writing or___.
Flowery language
Direct language
Relevant experience
Action verbs
3
What is one way to determine the type of market that a shop serves?
Drive by the shop regularly
Watch popular television shows
Study trade journals
Follow the shops advertising
4
What type of salon provides a high level of personal service & hires professionals who meet their high standards?
Franchise shops
National chains
High-end image shops
Rental booths
5
When asked a question during the interview, be honest and sincere and take no more than _______ minutes when answering.
Three
Four
Five
Two
6
When preparing your professional resumes, it is recommended that you___.
Focus primarily on the schools you have attended
Make it about two pages long
Focus on information relevant to the position you are seeking
Omit information about your professional skills
7
Which question can you legally be asked at a job interview?
How old are you?
What is your active language?
Are you a U.S. citizen?
Are you physically able to perform this job?
8
After submitting a job application, you should ______________.
Stop by in-person to make sure they got it
Wait a week and then follow-up by telephone
Have friends call to see what the owner thinks of you
Call daily until you get an interview
9
The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is called___.
Deductive reasoning
Intuition
Postulating
Deciphering information
10
The typical independent salon, spa, or barbershop has about___stations.
10
40
3
5
11
In addition to testing basic theory concepts, the written exam contains questions about your___.
Performance
Strongest practical skills
State board’s laws and rules
Primary goals
12
One of the first things to do when you are ready to target establishments is to ____________.
Obtain a list of area salons, spas and barbershops
Join a community outreach group
Rewrite your resume
Schedule a service
13
As you list former and current positions on your resume, focus on ___________.
Job titles
Responsibilities
Duties
Achievements
14
Which type of salon, spa, or barbershop shares a national name, consistent image, & business formula universally?
Value priced shop
Booth rental
Day spa
Franchise shop
15
Which type of salon, spa, or barbershop is most likely to offer extras, such as head, neck, & shoulder massages?
Mid priced full service
Booth rental
Basic value priced
High end
16
During your career journey when is a great time to achieve significant accomplishments that strengthens your résumé?
After graduation
After achieving success
After obtaining your first position
While you are in school
17
A strategy associated with deductive reasoning is ________.
Studying the stem
Skimming through the questions
Ignoring words such as usually and commonly
Eliminating correct answers
18
On the day of an exam, it is important to arrive early with self-confident attitude and be alert, calm and___.
Ready for a break
Eager to pass
Ready for a challenge
Anxious
19
Which action is acceptable at a job interview?
Brining coffee for yourself and the interviewer
Thanking the owner for meeting you
Leaning in the interviewers desk to look engaged
Giving a critical review of former employers
20
The most important factor that Will affect your test performance is your___.
Physical state
Psychological state
Mastery of course content
Time management skills
21
Getting into the field & visiting shops & talking to owners, managers, educators, & professionals is known as___.
Networking
Visiting
Interacting
Speaking
22
A ___is a written summary of a persons education and work experiences.
Résumé
Personal history
Cover letter
Portfolio
23
What is the ideal length for a resume?
2-3 pages
3 pages
4-5 pages
1 page
24
Which of these terms refers to understanding the strategies for successfully taking tests?
Test wise
Work ethic
Deductive reasoning
Networking
25
Which of the following is possibly the least expensive way of owning your business?
Independent local chain
Booth rental
Regional franchise
Spa
26
_________ is a subtle approach to increasing the breadth and scope of your contacts.
A staffing agency
A resume
The shop visit
Networking
27
The basic question or problem in a test question is known as a ___.
Query
Stem
Post
Response
28
If you wait until you graduate to look for a job, you are most likely to _____________.
Never get a job
Take the first offer
Never pass the state board exams
Obtain the bet position available
29
A visual tool used in securing employment is a(n) _______________.
Employment portfolio
Personal background
Employment history
Personal history
30
When going over the directions for an exam, if there are things you do not understand, you should__.
Ask the examiner
Try to figure it out on your own
Focus on the parts of the exam you do understand
Turn your test in and take the exam another day
31
What should be an area of concern when preparing for a job interview?
What the interviewer likes to eat
Your wardrobe and overall appearance
Whether or not to smoke
The time of day of the interview
32
When choosing a salon, spa, or barbershop, it is important to select one that serves clientele who ____________.
Are conservative in their demeanor
Match the type that you want to serve
Have considerable monetary resources
Are trendy and like to experiment
33
What should be the primary focus of your resume?
Achievements and accomplishments
Secondary education
Names of industry contacts
Personal hobbies
34
What should you stress on your résumé?
Information why you left your previous employer
Salary requirements
Personal information
Accomplishments
35
___Skills are mastered at other jobs and can then be put to use in a new position.
Transferable
Academic
Test taking
Career
36
What type of salon features management/marketing professionals @ the corporate level who make decisions for each salon?
National chain
School associated
Franchise
Booth rental
37
The morning of the exam, it is important to ______________.
Cram
Maintain your anxiety levels
Eat breakfast
Avoid arriving early
38
When taking the practical exam, which of the following behaviors is not likely to be beneficial?
Focus on what the other test candidates are doing as you work
Follow all infection control and safety procedures
Listen carefully to the instructions and follow them explicitly
Observe other practical exams prior to taking yours if allowed
39
After doing a site visit it is important to send the salon, spa or barbershop representative a___.
Cover letter
Resume
Thank you note
Personal photo
40
When preparing for a(n) ______ exam, it is a good idea to make a list of the equipment you will need to take with you.
Written
Remedial
Practical
Essay
41
Which of these questions can you potential employer legally ask during an interview?
What is your native language?
What types of illnesses or disabilities do you have?
How old are you?
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
42
The most important test-taking strategy is to know _____________.
who wrote the test
whether the test is paper or computerized
the material
the question format
43
A cover letter to your resume should begin with _____________.
A list of certifications you have earned
Your license number
Personal references
A position of interest
44
What is good advice to follow when preparing to visit a shop?
Cancel the appointment if you hear negative comments about the shop.
Text the owner to ask if they are open to a visit
Go “undercover” as a client to get an idea of how things “really” work.
If possible, confirm the appointment via e-mail the day before the visit
45
What is the best piece of advice in regard to exam preparation?
Only take notes while reviewing if you can use them during the exam.
Stock up on your favorite snack foods and study all night before the exam.
Distribute your studying in the days or weeks before the exam.
Play loud music while studying so you are accustomed to distractions.
46
Your interview outfit should be fashionable & flattering as well as similar to the establishments___.
Style culture
Clientele dress
Logo colors
Color scheme
47
Anytime you are applying for a position, you will be required to complete a(n)___.
Cover letter
Résumé
Application
Portfolio
48
Which of the following behaviors is not considered a good study habit?
Organizing and reviewing handouts
Staying up late studying the night before a test
Reading content carefully
Developing a detailed vocabulary list
49
The best time to visit a salon, spa or barbershop is when _______________.
The shop advertises on paper
The shop is very busy
You have received your license
You are still a student
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Once you are employed, it is a good idea to ____________.
Get rid of your school material
Attend trade shows
Be less strict about infection control procedures
Take a break from learning