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Appendix J Career Opportunities (on CD) 1487 ANSWERS TO SELF-REVIEW EXERCISES J.1 a) True. b) True. c) False. The large number of applicants reduces the amount of time a recruiter can spend interviewing and making decisions. Despite screening processes, many highly qualified applicants can be overlooked. d) False. The number of individuals researching employment positions through other means, such as referrals, newspapers and temporary agencies, far outweighs the number of Internet job seekers. e) False. Six percent of America s workforce is categorized as independent consultants. J.2 a) 40,000. b) diversity. c) 5 million. d) resume-filtering software. e) eligible. EXERCISES J.3 State whether each of the following is true or false. If false, explain why. a) RFP is the acronym for request for proposal. b) The Internet has provided employers with a cost-effective means of testing their prospec tive employees in such categories as decision making, problem solving and personality. c) Online job recruiting can completely replace other means of hiring employees. d) Posting a job online is less expensive than placing ads in more traditional media. e) A lack of confidentiality is a disadvantage of online career services. J.4 Fill in the blanks in each of the following statements: a) Finding a job online can greatly the amount of time spent applying for a po sition. b) is an example of a Web site in which contractors can bid on projects. c) When designing a job posting, defining what makes the position unique and including information such as and might convince a qualified candidate to further investigate the position. d) The Internet hosts for employers seeking to increase diversity in the workplace. e) The Internet provides employers with a cost-effective means of testing their prospective employees in such categories as , and . J.5 Define the following a) corporate culture b) pay-per-hire c) request for proposal (RFP) d) resume-filtering software J.6 (Class discussion). In this appendix, we discuss the shortcomings and advantages of recruiting on the Internet. Using the text, additional reading material and personal accounts answer the following questions. Be prepared to discuss your answers. a) Do you think finding a job is easier on the Web? Why or why not? b) What disadvantages can you identify? c) What are some of the advantages? d) Which online recruiting services do you think will be most successful? Why? J.7 Many of the career services Web sites we have discussed in this appendix offer resume- building capabilities. Begin building your resume, choosing an objective that is of interest to you. Think of your primary concerns. Are you searching for a paid internship or a volunteer opportunity? Do you have a specific location in mind? Do you have an opportunity for future employment? Are stock options important to you? Find several entry-level jobs that meet your requirements. Write a short summary of your results. Include any obstacles and opportunities.
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