Chapter 30 Review ~ Seeking Employment

Question 1

A vital tool used in securing employment is the ___.

Answer 1

Employment Portfolio

Question 2

Photographs of your services, a list of trade show experiences, references, and pictures of your children should be in your employment portfolio.

True or False

Answer 2

False

Question 3

In order to observe a salon, it is important to contact it when ___.

Answer 3

You are still a student

Question 4

Before you can determine where you want to work in this industry, you must ___.

Answer 4

Define your career goals

Question 5

One thing to look for when observing the salon is if the stylists are ___.

Answer 5

Professional and Well Groomed

Question 6

Diplomas, awards and achievements, your résumé, and before and after photos of your services should all be in your employment portfolio.

True or False

Answer 6

True

Question 7

An important part of the Preparation for Employment form is the ___.

Answer 7

Skills Inventory

Question 8

When choosing a salon, select one that serves what type of clientele?

Answer 8

One you are comfortable with

Question 9

Of primary importance to the potential employer is how you will ___.

Answer 9

Build a clientele and retail

Question 10

What should be the primary focus of your résumé?

Answer 10

Your Achievements and Accomplishments

Question 11

Questions on an employment application concerning your race, religion, or national origin are illegal.

True or False

Answer 11

True

Question 12

During the interview, if you are offered a cigarette or gum, accept graciously.

True or False

Answer 12

False

Question 13

How many pages should your résumé be?

Answer 13

One

Question 14

When asked a question during the interview, be honest and sincere and take no more than ___ minutes to respond.

Answer 14

Two

Question 15

What is a key area of concern when preparing for a job interview?

Answer 15

Your Wardrobe and Overall Appearance

Question 16

What is one way to determine what type of market a salon will serve?

Answer 16

Watching the Salons Advertising

Question 17

If you wait until you graduate to look for a job, you are likely to ___.

Answer 17

Take the first offer.

Question 18

Another area of importance to salon owners today is ___.

Answer 18

Consumer Safety

Question 19

When taking an essay question test, before you begin writing, think carefully and ___.

Answer 19

Outline your answer

Question 20

In test-taking, the basic question or problem is called the ___.

Answer 20

Stem

Question 21

One of the best ways to prepare for an exam is to ___.

Answer 21

Avoid cramming the night before

Question 22

Should you send a thank you note to the salon owner or manager after visiting the salon regardless of whether or not you would like to work there?

Yes or No

Answer 22

Yes

Question 23

A student who practices good study habits and time management as part of effective studying is known as ___.

Answer 23

Test Wise

Question 24

In multiple choice testing, when two choices are identical, both must be ___.

Answer 24

Incorrect

Question 25

One of the first things to do when you are ready to target salons is to ___.

Answer 25

Obtain a list of area salons