Foundations Chapter 8- Career Planning

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Deductive reasoning is the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing which of the following?

Logical reasoning

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2

Use action verbs on your resume, because _________.

it makes accomplishment statements more positive

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3

Which of the following is NOT an example of appropriate networking?

Decline to attend field trips sponsored by your school because they make you seem less professional

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4

If you feel you are more than ready for the state board exam on test day, and tell all of your friends that your confidence comes from the fact that you are "test wise," what, exactly, does it mean that you are "test wise"?

It means you understand the strategies for successful test taking.

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5

If you don't feel comfortable writing your own resume, _________.

seek a professional resume writer

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6

GOOD advice to give someone regarding their practical exam would be to _________.

make a list of equipment you are expected to bring to the examination

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7

Which of the following should you focus on as you list former and current positions on your resume?

Achievements

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8

When you take the exam, you should AVOID _________.

making changes to answers without a good reason

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9

On the morning of your exam, you should _________.

arrive to the test site early

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10

How long does the average potential employer spend scanning a resume before deciding whether or not to grant an interview?

20 seconds

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11

Start with _________, if you want to subtly increase the breadth and scope of your professional contacts.

networking

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12

When you chose to enter the beauty and wellness industry, your primary goal was to find a good job after being licensed. Now you need to narrow that goal into reality by answering all BUT which of the following important questions?

What fees must be paid and what courses must be taken to get you started?

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13

All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT _________.

having good study habits

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14

A resume is BEST defined as _________.

a written summary of a person's education and work experience

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15

If you are _________, you will have a full understanding of the strategies for successfully taking tests.

test wise

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16

If you are interested in working in a establishment in which full-service treatments such as full-body wraps and luxurious locker rooms are offered, and one in which the clientele expects and receives complete pampering, you should focus your search on _________

high-end salons or day spas

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17

Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?

Include information that is relevant to the desired position.

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18

When preparing your professional resume, do NOT _________.

make it longer than one page

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19

If you are interested in working for an establishment with secure pay and benefits, and one that will allow you to transfer should you relocate to a different state, you should focus your search on _________.

large national chains

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20

Which of the following is NOT considered to be a "whole you" or holistic hint to keep in mind when preparing for a written exam?

Avoid reviewing your notes too early in the semester.

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21

If you want to enjoy similar success to that of top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry, you should NOT _________.

rely on others

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22

Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good first impression. Because of this, you should AVOID _________.

wearing strong but stylish cologne or perfume to the interview

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23

You should NOT expect to be asked _________ during an interview.

what your native language is

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24

Jobs for entry-level beauty and wellness professionals _________.

are more numerous than the numbers of people who want them

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25

The MOST important factor that will influence how well you perform during your state's licensing exam is _________.

your mastery of course content

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26

When targeting potential employers, you should NOT _________.

begin your search immediately after graduation

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27

Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?

Say: "I don't have any questions for you at this time."

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28

During an interview, you should _________.

not sit until you are asked to do so

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29

AVOID _________ when you decide to make your initial contact with a spa.

sending text messages to the owners before making a phone call or an in-spa visit

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30

In order to land that professional position you've been hoping for within the beauty and wellness industry, you will be required to do all EXCEPT which of the following?

Connect with a spa manager or owner through a close friend or relative already in the industry.

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31

When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure that you have all of the following materials in place to bring along with you, EXCEPT _________.

a report card from most recent schooling

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32

In which of the following ways will it benefit you to study the beauty and wellness industry and have a thorough understanding of career planning?

It will provide you with the confidence needed to secure a job that suits you.

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33

You are planning to become a beauty pro, with the hopes of someday owning your own place. First, you must pass the requisite state board practical exam. In your preparations, it is BEST that you do which of the following?

Practice on the model you plan to take to the exam.

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34

How long after submitting a resume to and requesting an interview with the owner or manager of a spa should you wait to make follow-up contact?

One week

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35

Which of the following is NOT true of most of the top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry?

They were born successful.

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36

It is perfectly legal and okay if your interviewer asks you: _________

Are you physically able to perform this job?

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37

The very next day after your interview, you should _________.

follow-up with a thank-you note or email

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