Nail Foundations Chapter 8 - Career Planning

The most important test-taking strategy is to know _____.

the material

What is the best piece of advice with regard to exam preparation?

Distribute your studying in the days or weeks before the exam.

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.

practical

The morning of the exam, it is important to _____.

eat breakfast

A strategy associated with deductive reasoning is _____.

studying the stem

What type of salon, spa, or barbershop features management and marketing professionals at the corporate headquarters who make all the decisions for each shop, such as size, décor, hours, services, prices, advertising, and profit targets?

national chain

What type of salon, spa, or barbershop provides a high level of personal service and hires professionals whose technical expertise, personal appearance, and communication skills meet their high standards?

high-end image shops

What should be the primary focus of your resume?

achievements and accomplishments

What is the ideal length for a resume?

one page

As you list former and current positions on your resume, focus on _____.

achievements

A cover letter to a resume should begin with _____.

a position of interest

A visual tool used in securing employment is a(n) _____.

employment portfolio

_____ is a subtle approach to increasing the breadth and scope of your contacts.

networking

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

take the first offer

When choosing a salon, spa, or barbershop, it is important to select one that serves clientele who _____.

match the type that you want to serve

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

The best time to visit a salon, spa, or barbershop is when _____.

you are still a student

What is one way to determine the type of market that a shop serves?

follow the shop’s advertising

What is good advice to follow when preparing to visit a shop?

If possible, confirm the appointment via e-mail the day before the visit.

After submitting a job application, you should _____.

wait a week and then follow-up by telephone

What should be an area of concern when preparing for a job interview?

your wardrobe and overall appearance

Which action is acceptable at a job interview?

thanking the owner for meeting with you

When asked a question during the interview, be honest and sincere and take no more than _____ minutes when answering.

two

Which question can legally be asked at a job interview?

Are you physically able to perform this job?

Once you are employed, it is a good idea to _____.

attend tradeshows