Practice SOFT SKILLS REVIEW Understand career management. 1. People who plan and manage their careers: a. regret their choices b. find jobs through chance c. have higher job satisfaction and pay d. take jobs they don't enjoy 2. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals change jobs: a. every 4-5 years c. rarely b. every 4-5 months d. once or twice in their careers Research your options. 1. Which of the following should you not research when you are planning a career? a. Job types c. Companies b. Occupations d. Resignation letters called a(n): 2. A meeting between you and a professional designed to let you learn about a company or field is a. career profile c. shadow b. informational interview d. occupational interview Develop a long-term career plan. 1. When developing a career plan, the first thing you should do is: a. write a resume c. plan your promotions b. set your career goals d. apply for internships 2. Which of the following is the type of information to include in a career plan? a. List of hot occupations c. Occupations that don't match career goals b. Strategies to win the state lottery d. Skills to develop to reach your goals Set short-term career goals. 1. Most professional and skilled occupations require: a. education or training c. informational interviews b. moving to a different city d. unusual meta-competencies 2. Which of the following is not a qualification occupations might require for success? a. Certification c. Internship b. Special training d. Certain types of experience Pursue training opportunities. 1. A group of people who serve a certain profession by holding workshops and seminars is a. industry or field c. career planner b. professional association d. apprentice 2. Which of the following is not a reason to take advantage of training opportunities? a. Training relieves the boredom of a dull job C. Training increases your value to your b. Training helps you keep up with career changes d. Training increases your chances to be