Are we a part of a worldwide interdependent

Are we a part of a worldwide interdependent economy? Yes

Learning new and different skills so you can change jobs is known as: Upgrading or Retraining

The Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) (available on line as O*NET), Occupational Outlook Handbook, and Monthly Labor Review are published by the government and are available on line? Yes

A _____-______ inventory lists strengths and weaknesses to help you prepare for a career. Self-Assessment

Chance are you will have to ____ and ____ to keep your job. Upgrade and Retrain

Businesses today must focus on quality, productivity, and lowering costs to stay _______. Competitive

The _______ is a vital component of business success today. Internet

What can be said about change? A. It is certain B. It is likely C. It may or may not happen D. It will not affect you or your future A – It is certain

Supplements to a salary such as sick pay, vacation pay, profit sharing and insurance are all considered as ______. Benefits

_____ start and run their own business rather than working for employers. They assume ownership risks. Entrepreneurs

Communication lines established for people to talk to each other and share information is known as ____. Networks

Work characteristics is part of your daily activities, the environment you work in, and job pressures. True or False True

Do service jobs use the Internet/technology and need to be able to use the computer? Yes

What is the name of the online career site that provides advice and information on jobs? Monster. com

A _______ evaluates both the positive and negative features of career choices. Job Analysis

_______ learning keeps you marketable in your current and future jobs. Lifelong

Employee costs/expenses (such as uniforms and cleaning), while they are tax _______, may not be reimbursed by the employer. Deductible

Monthly or annual pay earned by an employee is called ____. Salary

If you ignore change and its effects, you will not be updating yourself and your job _____. Skills

Are more or less people today participating in information-related work in their jobs? More

It is important, for both personal and career-enhancement reasons, to be aware of what is new in ______. Technology

It is important to _____ newspapers and magazines to keep up with what is going on in the world and to stay current. Read

Which of the following is not an advanced degree? A. Doctor of Philosophy B. Bachelor’s Degree C. Master’s of Business Administration D. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine B – Bachelor’s Degree

Which of these terms does not apply to today’s technological era? A. Information Age B. Agricultural C. Electronic Era D. Global Village B - Agricultural

Advice and counseling to help you choose a career are available at: A. The Yellow Pages B. Most Employers C. Placement Centers D. Government Agencies C – Placement Centers

Which of these is a negative feature of employment? A. Salaries B. Employee Expenses C. Promotions D. Employee Benefits B – Employee Expenses

Advancing to a higher level of skill is known as ____. Upgrading

A _____ charges for career analysis. Private Career Counselor