Chapter 2

Question 1

Cafeteria style employee benefits

Answer 1

Programs that allow workers to base job benefits on a credit system and personal needs

Question 2

Job

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Career

Answer 3

Commitment to a profession that requires continued training and offers a clear path for occupational growth

Question 4

Networking

Answer 4

Process of making and using contacts for obtaining and updating career information

Question 5

Informational interview

Answer 5

Company visit or meeting at which one gathers information about a career or an organization

Question 6

Job creation

Answer 6

Development of an employment position that matches your skills with the needs of an organization

Question 7

Resume

Answer 7

Summary of a persons education, training, experience, and other job qualifications

Question 8

Cover letter

Answer 8

Letter that accompanies a resume and is designed to express interest in a job and obtain an interview