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Chapter 21

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When should you start keeping careful track of what you are spending, if you have not already done so?
when you start earning a salary
What is NOT an indication that you might benefit from professional financial advice?
when you realize you have money left over after paying your bills
What is NOT something for which you will be responsible if you accept employment as an independent contractor?
building maintenance fees
What amount is used by clients to calculate tips?
total service ticket
What statement about tips is correct?
Tips are considered part of your taxable income
When should you answer the questions on a test for which you are sure of the answers?
at the beginning, so you save time for difficult questions
What should you do when you come across a difficult question on a test?
skip it and come back to it later
What is an advantage of booth rental over other business structures?
significantly lower expenses
What is a destination spa?
All-inclusive retreat
What do full-service salons typically offer?
A total beauty experience
What is a focus of treatment at wellness spas
Optimal health maintenance
What is NOT a location where one might expect to find a medical spa?
country club
What form of compensation specifies a certain amount of pay based on a flat or hourly rate?
salary
What behavior characterizes a test-wise student?
Practicing good study habits
What are transferable skills?
Skills mastered at one job that are applicable to a new position
Why is it important to be an active student?
To pass the license exam
What should you do to prepare yourself for the test?
take effective noted during class
What should you do to avoid cramming the night before a test?
plan your study schedule
What is commission?
Percentage-based form of pay related to performance
What is the term for the process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning?
deductive reasoning
What is NOT one of the responsibilities of an independent contractor?
paying franchise fees for the salon
What is the term for a scheduled meeting with the sole purpose of gathering knowledge about a salon?
information interview
What is a job description?
list of an esthetician's specific duties and responsibilities
What is the umbrella term for methods of increasing contacts and building relationships to further one's career?
networking
What are quotas?
Amounts of goods and services to be sold in a given period of time
What is a written summary of education and work experience that highlights relevant accomplishments and achievements?
resume
What is true of role models?
Their behavior and success are worthy of emulation
What is NOT among the services commonly offered at resort spas?
surgical procedures
What is one tool for writing an effective resume?
avoiding cliched phrases
When should you consider writing separate resumes?
When you are applying for different positions with distinct requirements
What is one technique for considering your audience while writing a resume?
using words to which the reader can relate
What is meant by "highlighting your accomplishments" in a resume?
mentioning achievements
Where in your resume should you mention hobbies that are unrelated to business?
you should not mention those
What should you EXCLUDE from your resume?
Salary requirements
What is true about the anxiety you feel when taking a test?
a certain amount of anxiety may actually help you do better
What is characteristics of a positive attitude toward test-taking?
viewing the test as a useful step toward achieving your goals
What should you do when you encounter options on a test that you know to be incorrect?
eliminate them immediately
What is the basic question or problem you are being asked to answer and/or solve on a test?
stem
What does it typically mean if the last word in a stem is an?
answer must begin with a vowel
When should you read the questions in tests that contain long paragraphs of reading followed by several questions?
before you read the paragraph
What should you do on the day of the test?
listen carefully to the examiner's verbal directions
What should you do before answering questions on a test?
enter identifying info
When during a test is it appropriate to ask the examiner questions?
when something is not clear
What should you do if you skip a question?
Mark it so you can quickly find it later
What is the least important concern when performing your own trials for the practice exam ?
models satisfaction with your work
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