Which of the Following Is Not a Best Practice for Developing

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a best practice for developing compelling job application materials?

• A) Research the job before you apply, and use key words from the job ad in your materials.
• B) Be modest, delicately suggesting that you could be the best person for the job. Do not be assertive, claiming that you are the best person for the job.
• C) Be honest, but avoid acting desperate.
• D) Personalize the cover letter and resume for each job rather than using standard job application materials for multiple jobs.

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Definitions:

Core Job Characteristics

Fundamental attributes of a job that influence employees' motivation and satisfaction, including skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback.

Task Significance

The degree to which a job has a substantial impact on the lives of other people, whether within or outside the organization.

Skill Variety

The extent to which a job requires a variety of different activities in carrying out the work, involving the use of multiple skills and talents of the employee.

Skill Variety

The degree to which a job requires a range of different activities and skills to complete its tasks.