Test Your Job Search IQ!
How much do you know about Job Search?

Directions:

  • Read each question carefully.

  • Click T (True) or F (False) to indicate your answer.

  • Keep track of the number of questions you answer correctly 

  • & check your scores against the "How did you do?" section at the end.

 

1.    A job search is the same as a strategic job search.


2.    I may utilize resources such as the Career Development Center, executive search firms, or placement services in my job search, but ultimately it is my responsibility to plan, maintain, and conclude my job search.


3.    If my job search is draining my time and energy, it just is not worth pursuing.


4.    When it comes to job search skills, either you have them or you don't.


5.    The purpose of a well-crafted resume and correspondingly good cover letter is to land a job.


6.    External factors are an important consideration in which job I get.


7.    Most jobs are filled through referral or through knowing the information that allows you to be at the right place at the right time.


8.    Only 5-15% of the available jobs are listed publicly.


9.    Researching a company is unnecessary because all I really have to do is sell them on my skills and convince them how much I want to work for them in the interview.


10.  Positions offered through on-campus recruiting are rarely advertised elsewhere.

 
Congratulations!! You've completed the quiz!

How did you do?

9-10 Correct: You are well on your way to a successful job search; contact CDC with any questions along the way!
7-8 Correct: You could use a few tips and additional resources in conducting an effective job search. Please contact CDC to set up an appointment or attend a workshop.
5-6 Correct: The Career Development Center awaits you! You have many new and wonderful skills to develop that will not only help you conduct an effective job search now -- but will be life-long skills that you can carry forward with you through promotions, job changes, relocation, and your entire work life!
4 or less Correct: Get yourself to CDC as soon as possible! You have some exciting things to learn and CDC is the place to do it! Remember: the more time you devote to developing your job search skills, the easier and more successful your job search process will be.

To improve your chances for a successful Job Search,
use the information found in the answers to the above questions.
The Career Development Center is your resource for developing an effective Job Search strategy!

This page last updated on September 11, 2001
Copyright 2001 University of Cincinnati Career Development Center


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