careers MC Flashcards
memorize these (15 cards)
What is a job?
What you do for a living and a source of income
what are Values
Core beliefs, what drives you
what is a skill
Something you are good at and you can offer to help use at your advantage
what is a Portfolio
collection of work samples, achievements, and relevant documents that showcase your skills, experience, and suitability for a specific role or industry
what is a habit
Something you get used to, getting to work on time, (routine)
what is a job fair
an event where employers and recruiters meet with potential employees to discuss job opportunities and fill open positions
what are flexible hours
At a job when you don’t work a lot of hours and your boss lets you take shifts off
what is a contract position
a temporary employment arrangement where a worker is hired for a specific project or a fixed period, typically with a defined start and end date
what is net pay
the amount of money an employee receives after all deductions, such as taxes and benefits
what is gross pay
the total amount of money earned by an employee before any deductions, such as taxes or insurance premiums, are taken out
what is a aprentice
person who is learning a trade from a skilled employer, having agreed to work for a fixed period at low wages
what is a cover letter
The letter on the front of your resume telling the employer about yourself and your skills
what is a resume
What you hand in to the job you are applying to and making sure the employer reads it.
Tells the employers if you’re qualified and your past experiences.
what is a scholarship
When you get money from a college/university for something impressive you have done
what is an entrepreneur
Starting a business on your own and being your own boss
