6 - Basic Employability Skills

A company's documented philosophy is called its _____. a. business plan b. administrative structure c. organizational structure d. mission statement

The time to learn about a potential employer is _____. a. before the application is submitted b. before the interview c. during the interview d. during the first week of employment

Being dependable means _____. a. showing up for work on time, every day b. reporting co-workers who stretch out lunch hours and breaks c. leaving work early once you've finished a task d. finishing tasks no earlier than their scheduled date

A common problem on the job site that contributes to delays is _____. a. closed-mindedness b. fear of change c. absenteeism d. personality conflicts

To resolve a conflict with a co-worker, it is best to _____. a. immediately tell your supervisor b. first admit there is a conflict c. ignore it d. think about it for a while

When preparing a resume, you should _____. a. use a font that is very creative and expressive b. format the information chronologically c. avoid any use of bulleted lists d. not mention any certifications until an interview begins

A worker is verbally abusing another worker consistently, sometimes physically, and there is an imbalance of power between the two. This likely falls into the category of _____. a. racism b. age discrimination c. sexual harassment d. bullyi

When a problem-solving team includes a closed-minded person, that individual is one who _____. a. does not get along well with others b. lacks work ethics c. tries to sabotage the project d. distrusts any new ideas and resists change

If you see a potential source of delay on a project, _____. a. ask a co-worker to determine the problem b. stop working on your task until the problem is solved c. notify your supervisor immediately d. monitor the problem until it reaches a

The first step to solving a problem is to _____. a. find a solution b. define it c. ask for help d. have a plan

Working with others to meet common goals is an example of _____. a. teamwork b. technical skills c. critical thinking d. behavioral skills

Before employment begins, candidates for construction jobs must often _____. a. pass a rescuer's and first aid test b. take and pass a drug test c. pass a driving test d. be capable of lifting their own weight

Critical thinking is the process of _____. a. evaluating information, then reaching a conclusion or making a decision b. searching for jobs, then applying and interviewing c. distrusting new ideas d. evaluating the need, then developing bus

During a job search, it is a good practice to _____. a. apply for positions that require less skill to better your chances b. apply for positions that require greater skills to show your potential c. avoid any jobs that will likely require

Being self-confident and an effective communicator are signs that a worker may be a(n) _____. a. bully b. leader c. ineffective craftworker d. undependable

It is not professional to offer constructive criticism if you _____. a. do not know the other person b. cannot get along with the other person c. cannot suggest an alternative method d. give an opinion

The way you speak, act, and interact with others is referred to as your _____. a. work ethic b. fear of change c. professionalism d. self-presentation skills

Most employers advertise job openings _____. a. in the local newspaper only b. at the front desk c. on the Internet d. directly on the organizational chart

Conflict resolution is considered to be a(n) _____. a. important relationship skill b. sign of a good welder c. unacceptable in the workplace d. sign of weakness

You will never stop learning better ways to solve problems if you are open to _____. a. overtime b. promotion c. change d. evaluation