$1.$ Engagement page: Your job search progress

There is much to do to prepare for your first interview. You will need to identify your career path, prepare a re$$sume$,$ and have some answers to typical interview questions at the ready. Use the table to help you identify how prepared you are and what you have left to do to prepare for the interview process.

For each statement, select an answer that matches what you have done to this point. The following section is ungraded; there are no right or wrong answers. You will be granted a point for any answer you make, but you must answer every question to receive full credit.

Self$-$assessment $-$ Are you ready to interview?

I have identified my values.

I have decided on a lifestyle and understand the trade$-$offs.

I have a clear understanding of my career interests.

I have a list of my abilities, experience, and education.

I have identified employment trends.

I have defined a career path.

I have analyzed my work$-$style preferences.

I have targeted potential employers.

I know where I want to live and have compared salaries and living costs in the areas I am interested in$.$

I have an understanding of the value of employee benefits and know which benefits I want.

I have a list of contacts and have started networking.

I have letters of recommendation.

I have a personal introduction memorized.

I have an up$-$to$-$date re$$sume$.$

I have signed on with an employment agency.

I have a profile on LinkedIn and Monster.

I have done research in the industry where I hope to work.

I am a member of professional groups in my field.