Unit 1: Job Interview and Employment Practice Flashcards

Vocabulary and key terminology from the Unit 1 Job Interview and Employment transcript, including company hierarchy, traits, hiring steps, and professional development.

Employ

To hire staff or recruit individuals for work, especially because a business is expanding.

Business expansion

The process of increasing the size or reach of a company.

Recruiter

A person whose job is to find and hire new employees for an organization.

Hiring manager

The person responsible for oversees the recruitment process and making the final hiring decision.

CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

The highest-ranking executive in a company, responsible for making major corporate decisions.

Oversee

To supervise or manage departments and teams.

Prospective employer

A potential employer that an individual may work for in the future.

Personnel department

Also known as the Human Resources Department, the department responsible for managing employee-related matters.

Associate / Colleague

A coworker or someone you work with in a professional environment.

Entry-level worker

An employee at the beginning stage of a career or a specific job role.

Intern

A student or trainee who works, sometimes without pay, in order to gain work experience.

Employee benefits / Perks

Non-wage compensations provided to employees in addition to their normal wages or salaries.

Employee turnover

The rate at which employees leave an organization and are replaced by new staff.

Virtual interview

A job interview conducted remotely using digital platforms, also known as an online or remote interview.

Formal attire

Official or professional clothing worn for special occasions or business environments.

Punctuality

The quality of being on time.

High-resolution images

Also known as High-definition video, referring to clear video quality with high detail.

Inquiry

The act of asking for further information or making questions about something.

Career advancement

Also known as job promotion, the process of being promoted to a higher position.

Compensation package

The total amount of pay and benefits provided to an employee, including salary, bonuses, and allowances.

Resign

To formally announce that one is leaving a position or job.

Job criteria

The specific standards, requirements, or benchmarks used to evaluate a candidate for a position.

Qualifications

The degrees, certifications, or professional experience that make a person suitable for a job.

Optimistic

Having a positive and hopeful outlook on the outcome of a situation.

Ambitious

Possessing a strong desire to achieve success, goals, or a higher status.

Knowledgeable

Being well-informed or having a lot of information about a specific subject.

Dedicated

Being committed or devoted to a task, duty, or purpose; being faithful to the company.

Cautious

Being careful to avoid potential problems or mistakes.

Proficient

Being competent or skilled in a specific area, such as language proficiency or software usage.

Extensive

Large in scope or amount, such as extensive knowledge, extensive travel, or extensive research.

Adept at

Being very skilled or proficient at a particular task, such as social media management.

Invaluable asset

Something or someone that is extremely useful or valuable to a company.

Interpersonal skills

The skills used by a person to interact and communicate with others effectively.

Collaborate / Cooperate

To work together with others to achieve a common goal.

Heavy workload

A large amount of work that a person or organization has to do.

Adaptability

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions, such as a new working environment.

Innovation

The introduction of new ideas, methods, or products.

Job description

A document that outlines the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of a specific role.

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

A software application that collects, stores, scans, and filters job applications and resumes.

Educational verification

The process of checking academic degrees, certifications, and credentials to ensure accuracy.

Narrow down

To reduce the number of possibilities or candidates to a smaller, more manageable group.

Compatibility

The extent to which a candidate's skills and work style align with the organization's culture.

Negotiate

To discuss aspects of a position, such as salary, to reach a mutual agreement or compromise.

Onboarding process

The process of integrating new employees into the company and its culture.

Probationary period

A trial stage where a worker is a temporary employee before becoming permanent staff.

Constructive criticism

Feedback provided in a helpful way to identify weaknesses and encourage future improvement.