Question

circle the letter next to the correct answer.

1. what is an example of putting the proximity principle into practice?

a. reading c. researching
b. volunteering d. listening to a podcast

1. being smart about how you spend your free time is important when building your career. which of the following is a great way to spend your free time?

a. playing video games c. checking social media
b. learning new things d. streaming videos online

1. is an example of a soft skill.

a. computer programming c. being a team player
b. analytics d. building a house

1. if you dont know the company dress code, its best to dress very casual for an interview.

a. true b. false

1. what is the key to failure?

a. never embracing it c. talking about it
b. avoiding it d. learning from it

1. your , , and make you who you are.

a. work; family; experience c. talents; passions; values
b. passions; purpose statement; talents d. friends; education; values

1. taking an entry-level position makes it difficult to advance in a career you want to explore.

a. true b. false

1. mentors are people who can guide, encourage, and hold you accountable as you make the climb to your dream job.

a. true b. false

1. employers consider soft skills as important as hard skills.

a. true b. false

Explanation:

• 17: Volunteering often involves being in close proximity (working together) with others, which aligns with the Proximity Principle.
• 18: Learning new things helps in career - building as it enhances knowledge and skills.
• 19: Being a team player is a soft skill (interpersonal and social skill), while computer programming, analytics, and building a house are more technical/hard skills.
• 20: If the company dress code is unknown, it's better to dress more formally (business casual at least) rather than very casual.
• 21: Avoiding failure (not facing it) is a key to failure as one doesn't learn or grow from it.
• 22: Talents, passions, and values are core aspects that define a person.
• 23: Taking an entry - level position can provide a foundation and opportunities to advance in a career.
• 24: Mentors typically guide, encourage, and hold mentees accountable.
• 25: Employers generally recognize the importance of both soft and hard skills.

Answer:

1. B. Volunteering
2. B. Learning new things
3. C. Being a team player
4. B. False
5. B. Avoiding it
6. C. Talents; passions; values
7. B. False
8. A. True
9. A. True