Health & Lifestyle
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Xavier High School
l Y H w m E O Y OU? P I A H It’s no secret that money doesn’t grow on trees, or that teenagers are constantly busy. Some have found time for jobs and are on their way to paying for college, this weekend’s burrito, or next month’s phone bill! For others, their priorities are busy elsewhere. See what these Xavier students have to say about their positions in Cedar Rapids’ work-force. Occupation: Hy-Vee health and beauty Q: Do you like it? A: Yes! Q: What do you have to pay for? A: A lot of my own stuff, including shoes, and going out to eat!
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Ti n a g r o M ‘12
Tips on interviews:
1. Don’t pretend like you know everything 2. Research the company a little bit before you show up 3. Don’t criticize a previous employer 4. Keep eye contact 5. Avoid filler words 6. Sit up straight, no elbows on the table
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Occupation: Hostess at El Rancho, the restaurant her parents own. Q: How many hours do you work? A: Eight hours just on weekends, so it does not interfere with homework or anything.
Marc ws dre n A St. ‘14
Occupation: Unemployed! Q: Why don’t you have a job? A: I honestly don’t need one, I just get money from my parents if I really need Brand it. on
Olsen ‘13
83 percent
of surveyed students that are employed Save Gas enjoy their job
Occupation: Genghis Grill Q: How do you use your Clothes money? So make sure it is 7% College A: I save for cars and pay for 40% something you College 9% Gas Personal Items my gas and insurance. really like to do! Q: Do you still have free time? Clothes A: Sometimes! Page Design: Nicole Draker and McKenzie Potter Pictures and Info: Jana Loecher