Chapter 30 - Seeking Employment

Mastering course content

The factor that most affects how well you perform during the written licensing examination and on tests in general. Owning the information versus just repeating it

Focusing on time management

the student should begin to prepare for a test by practicing good study habits and this

Test-wise

Having good test-taking strategies

Accommodation

Provided documentation, special arrangements can be made for disabilities

Qualifying condition

a word or phrase, especially an adjective (example: which), used to attribute a quality to another word, especially a noun (person, place or thing)

Motivation

The drive to take necessary action

Integrity

personal code of moral and artistic values

Small Independent Salon

Majority of salons in the United States

Franchise

A salon with a national name, consistent image, and business formula. Considered a branch of a national corportation, with a different single owner per location.

Independent Salon

A small salon that is owned by an individual or two or more partners

Mid Price

Most common range for US salons. Allows for steady clientele with average to higher income

One page

Number of pages a resume should be

20 seconds

Average time an employer spends reviewing a resume

Employment portfolio

a collection of photos and documents that reflect skills and accomplishments in your field

Networking

technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities

Checklist

Important when visiting a salon to ensure all key areas are observed (number of stylists; space; walk-in traffic; continuing education; etc)

Informed comparisons

When researching different salons and weighing the options, having all the information allows for a better break down of positives and negatives

Dress for Success or Wardrobe for Opportunity

Organizations that can help provide professional attire for low-income job applicants who can't otherwise afford it

Age, Experience, Citizenship and License Status

The only aspects legal to require an answer to. Children, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and native language are not relevant to employment

Positive Aspects

When applying for a position with no previous experience in that particular field, focus on important aspects from previous jobs that relate (for example - working as a server is great experience in guest service, upselling, and multi-tasking)