A Job Bank is a computer database of job postings. It is a good place to start looking for a job.     A three-day workshop that we provide which runs every Monday through Wednesday and trains people in the employment search process. Some of the topics include resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, building self-esteem, job search strategies and Internet training.     An event where employers and job seekers can meet.     The duties you performed, or will be performing at work.     A word processing computer application. It is used to write letters and reports and other text based documents. Microsoft Word is the most widely used word processor and the ability to use it is the computer skill most requested by employers.

A spreadsheet computer application. It is used to store and manipulate numbers. It is perfect when working with tables of numbers and graphs. Microsoft Excel is the most widely used spreadsheet and the ability to use it is the second most employer-requested computer skill.     Pretend. A mock interview is a pretend or practice interview.     Mind Your Own Business. It is an Accounting Software Package.     To be willing to bargain with another person to reach an agreement. In terms of salary expectations, you may be negotiable, meaning there is a range you have in mind, and you are open to discussing that range with the employer.     Talking to people you already know, and increasing those contacts to assist in your job search. 80% of jobs are never advertised; these jobs may be found through networking.     National Occupation Classification. A Canadian system for classifying different types of jobs.   Something that is too old to be considered useful. On a resume, any employment history that is more than 10 to 15 years in the past is considered out dated.   Information that is important for the employer to know when considering you for a job. E.g. If you are looking for a job as a transit driver, the licenses you possess and your driving safety record are pertinent information.     A psychological test may measure various aspects of your personality including your ability to work with a team, your ability to perform detail-oriented work, or your ability to be flexible and to accept change.     The ability to establish positive relationships with people; to be able to get along with others; to make others feel comfortable around you.   Something that is needed or requested.     A document outlining your skills, work experience, education and other personal characteristics that you use to describe and sell yourself to a potential employer.     Personal qualities, characteristics and attributes. Soft skills refer to those "interpersonal" skills that you possess and would use on the job. E.g. you may be well organized, a team player, and a quick learner.     A type of financial assistance. Some government programs involve subsidizing wages of people who are eligible for the programs. This means that through the program, the government will pay a part of the person’s wage, which reduces the cost to the employer for hiring a new employee.     To be able to work as part of a team or group. To be able to get along and work effectively with co-workers.     Magazines that specifically focus on a certain industry.     Events at which companies within a certain industry show their products to the public. Trade shows can be excellent networking opportunities.     Job positions that an employer needs to fill by hiring someone.     To have many different skills, interests and abilities.