LEA - Searching for a job

What is a CV?

• A list of your social media profiles

• A document summarizing your education, work experience, skills, and accomplishments

• A letter to a potential employer

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Which of the following information should be included in a CV?

• Contact Information

• Personal anecdotes

• Hobbies that are irrelevant to the job

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True or False:

You should always include your full address in your CV.

• True

• False

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What is a cover letter?

• A letter that explains why you are applying for a job and why you are a good fit

• A letter from your previous employer

• A document listing your references

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Which of the following should be included in a cover letter?

• Detailed personal life story

• Your availability for interviews

• The job title you are applying for and how you learned about the job opening

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True or False:

A cover letter should be tailored to each specific job application.

• True

• False

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What is the ideal size for a cover letter?

• Six paragraphs

• Two paragraphs

• Three paragraphs

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Define 'References' in the context of a job application.

• Books you have read

• People who can speak about your work experience and skills

• Places you have visited

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What does the term 'skill' mean in the context of a job application?

• A natural talent or ability in a particular area

• A description of your job responsibilities

• A list of your previous employers

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What does the term 'accomplishments' mean in the context of a job application?

• Duties you are expected to perform in a new job

• Significant achievements or successes you have attained in your career

• A list of the courses you have completed

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