Quiz: Career Development

What is the difference between hard skills and soft skills? *

Hard skills are related to physical strength, and soft skills are related to intelligence

Hard skills are specific, technical abilities, while soft skills are personal and interpersonal abilities

Hard skills are unteachable, and soft skills can only be learned on the job

Hard skills are more valuable than soft skills in every career

Which of the following is an example of a soft skill? *

Coding

Bookkeeping

Communication

Data analysis

What is a good first step to take when exploring career options? *

Apply for every available job regardless of relevance

Research careers that align with your skills, interests, and values

Ignore industry trends

Avoid talking to professionals in the field

What is an example of a short-term career goal? *

Become the CEO of a company

Gain a certification within six months

Retire by age 65

Travel the world for a year

How can you tailor your resume for a specific job? *

Include every skill and experience you've ever had

Use the keywords and phrases from the job description to highlight relevant skills and experience

Create a completely new resume from scratch each time

Avoid looking at the job description and focus on past roles only

What is the STAR method used for in job interviews? *

To organize your answers by describing the Situation, Task, Action and Result

To avoid answering difficult questions

To create a list of your favourite accomplishments

To impress the interviewer by telling a long story

How can continuing education benefit your career? *

It guarantees a promotion

It helps you stay updated with industry trends, acquire new skills, and enhance your marketability

It makes it unnecessary to network

It replaces the need for work experience

What is an example of professional development? *

Attending a workshop or seminar to improve leadership skills

Only working in the same role for many years

Avoiding networking events

Not taking part in any mentorship or coaching opportunities

What is one way to build resilience in your career? *

Avoid challenges at all costs

Embrace change and focus on what you can control

Ignore feedback from mentors and colleagues

Take every setback personally

How can you seek support when facing career challenges? *

Isolate yourself and handle everything on your own

Avoid talking about your struggles to others

Stay away from career coaching or mentorship

Seek guidance from a mentor, join a professional support group, or talk to trusted colleagues.