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The Serious Job Seeker IQ Test
1.
Finding a career job is a full time endeavor - you should expect to work 40 hours a week finding a job.
True
False
2.
On average, the career job search process will take about three to six months
True
False
3.
Finding a career job is a matter of organization plus luck, or organizing your luck.
True
False
4.
In order to find a good career job you need a solid strategy, and should not undertake the task randomly.
True
False
5.
The career search process can be successful, even if you are not constantly aware of events happening in the world around you.
True
False
6.
The career search process can be successful, even if you have not thoroughly assessed your skills and interests.
True
False
7.
You can expect to be successful, even if you do not reach out to other people and professionals in your field (contacts who can put you in touch with people who might help you and people who might hire you).
True
False
8.
You will need to conduct research and gather information about career opportunities, from both published sources and from professionals in a position to know about your career field.
True
False
9.
Self-presentation is essential: you have to present well in person and on paper.
True
False
10.
Attitude is important, a positive attitude is better than the alternative. If one job doesn't come through, something better will.
True
False
11.
There will be days when you feel disappointed, distressed and discouraged, and you will need to manage those feelings and manage the stress.
True
False
12.
It's about your skills, not your personality, so you don't need to worry about manners and etiquette.
True
False
13.
In the end, you are certain to find a job, and it will be a step forward on the career path you have chosen.
True
False
14.
Your search may take you in unexpected directions. You might accomplish more than you expected and you might end up being paid more than you thought. You might very well be surprised by the opportunities that present themselves and by the decisions you ultimately make.
True
False
15.
In the end, if you are serious, you will find career satisfaction.
True
False
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