Completing a Job Search Answers

Which of the following is an Internet job search “don’t”?a.Use all types of job sitesb.Apply for jobs that you are not qualified forc.Take advantage of the special features available on job sitesd.Customize your cover letter and résumé

Networking is the most effective search method for finding job leads.

More companies are posting job advertisements on industry specific sites, because the applicants are usually more qualified.

The Internet can be used to:a.Research potential employersb.Post résumésc.Search for job leadsd.All of the above

What percentage of job opening are published?a.10% - 15%b.15% - 20%c.30% - 35%d.35% - 40%

Which of the following advertisements is most likely a legitimate job advertisement?a.An advertisement claiming you can work from home and make $50k guaranteedb.An advertisement that seeks candidates with specific skills and requests a résuméc.An advertisement that claims you will be able to buy a mansion within a yeard.An advertisement where you must pay money to the employer before starting the job

Approximately 80% of all job openings are part of the hidden job market.

Employers prefer to hire someone who has been referred to them, rather than a complete stranger.

Jobs in the hidden job market can be discovered through job advertisements.

Classified ads in newspapers_____.a.are more effective for job seekers than networkingb.are a good source of networking contactsc.only lead to jobs for a small percentage of job seekersd.should be the main method used for finding job leads