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Chapter 12 Self-Quiz B
Résumés and Job Applications
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In which case would a follow-up letter be appropriate to send?
If, after one day, you do not receive an answer.
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If, after you send your application, if you do not receive a reply to set up an interview.
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If a company does reply to you, but does not offer you a job.
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If, after two days, you do not receive an answer.
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What is (are) the main disadvantage(s) of a chronological résumé?
Any gaps in employment or educational history show up clearly.
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They are more traditional.
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They are suitable for most employment applications.
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They are difficult for AI to read.
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Sending a follow-up letter to an employer a day after an interview is only acceptable if you are
Writing to inquire if you got the job.
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Expressing your appreciation for the interview and politely emphasizing your qualifications and interest in the position.
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Writing to accept a job.
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Willing to blow your chance of getting the job.
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What is a "cover letter" sometimes called?
résumé
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persuasive letter
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stipulation letter
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letter of exchange detailed list of your hobbies.
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The style of your letter and résumé should be
obsequious and desperate
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arrogant and timid
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interested, eager, and self-confident
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submissive and incoherent
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When writing a cover letter you should begin by
composing a clever opening
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identifying several positions you are interested in
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explaining that you are applying for a job
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tell them how much you love the company's products
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In a cover letter, you should mention the salary you are seeking if
there is no union to set a salary and benefits package
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the advertisement asks you to indicate the salary you are seeking
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there is no established industry standard that you are applying for a job
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you don't want them contacting you for an interview unless they are willing to meet your minimum
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In the last paragraph of the body of your cover letter you should
Indicate that you are available for an interview at the employers convenience and how best to contact you.
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Refer the employer to your Facebook page or website
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Tell the employer that you will be making a follow-up call in one week
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State that you don't want them contacting you for an interview unless they are willing to meet your minimum salary requirements
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