Business Management & Job-Interview Basics

Vocabulary flashcards covering fundamental terms related to business management and effective job-interview preparation.

Business Management

All the tools, activities, and systems used to administer a formal business, supervising operations and controlling resources to reach peak productivity and objectives.

Management (process)

Deciding how to best use a business’s resources—employees, equipment, and money—to produce goods or provide services.

Natural Resources

Raw materials supplied by nature that a business uses in production (e.g., land, water, minerals).

Human Resources

The employees whose skills, knowledge, and labor contribute to a business’s operations.

Capital Resources

Man-made assets such as machinery, buildings, and money used to produce goods or services.

Peak Productivity

The highest level of efficiency and output attainable when resources are optimally managed.

Job Interview

A conversation between a job applicant and an employer’s representative conducted to assess whether the applicant should be hired.

Common Interview Questions

Frequently asked items such as “Tell me about yourself,” “Why do you want this job?” and “What are your salary expectations?”

Dress Appropriately

Wearing professional attire—dark suit, white shirt, simple tie for men; modest, well-fitted clothing for women—to create a positive first impression.

Arrive Early

Reaching the interview location at least 15 minutes beforehand to demonstrate punctuality and preparation.

Firm Handshake

A confident, non-“fishy” grip used when greeting interviewers to convey professionalism.

Elevator Pitch

A well-honed, brief introduction summarizing who you are and the value you bring, delivered at the start of an interview.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A concise document outlining education, experience, and qualifications, presented in an easy-to-read format.

Introductory Statement (CV)

A short opening paragraph in a CV that presents the candidate’s professional profile and career goals.

Key Skills Summary

A section of a CV listing core competencies relevant to the job sought.

Chronological Career History

CV format that lists employment in reverse-order by date, highlighting career progression.

Strong References

Credible individuals who can attest to a candidate’s abilities and character, strengthening a CV.

Politeness

Courteous behavior toward everyone during the interview process, reflecting good manners and professionalism.