Chapter 2

Question 1

A commitment to a profession that requires continued training and offers a clear path for occupational growth.

Answer 1

career

Question 1

An employment position obtained mainly to earn money, without regard for interests or opportunities for advancement.

Answer 1

job

Question 2

The process of making and using contacts to obtain and update career information.

Answer 2

networking

Question 3

A company visit or meeting at which one gathers information about a career or an organization.

Answer 3

informational interview

Question 4

The development of an employment position that matches your skills with the needs of an organization.

Answer 4

Job creation

Question 5

A summary of a person’s education, training, experience, and other job qualifications.

Answer 5

résumé

Question 6

A letter that accompanies a résumé and is designed to express interest in a job and obtain an interview.

Answer 6

cover letter

Question 7

The formal meeting to discuss a job candidate’s qualifications in detail.

Answer 7

interview

Question 8

Also referred to as cafeteria-style benefits are programs that allow workers to base their job benefits on a credit system and personal needs.

Answer 8

Flexible employee benefit programs

Question 9

An experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person in a career field.

Answer 9

mentor

Question 10

Certain traits that are adaptable to most work situations …

Answer 10

• An ability to work well with others in a variety of settings.
• A desire to do tasks better than they have to be done.
• An interest in reading a wide variety and a large quantity of materials.
• A willingness to cope with conflict.
• An ability to anticipate problems.
• A knowledge of technology and computer software.
• An ability to solve problems creatively in team settings.
• A knowledge of research techniques and library resources.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• An understanding of both their motivation and the motivation of others.

Question 11

Natural abilities that people possess

Answer 11

Aptitudes

Question 12

Determine the activities that give you the most satisfaction.

Answer 12

Interest inventories

Question 13

A vital ingredient in career choice

Answer 13

flexibility

Question 14

A benefit on which you won’t have to pay income tax, but a tax-deferredbenefit will
result in the payment of income tax at some time in the future, such as at retirement

Answer 14

tax-exempt benefit