Byp 2 9 all about you a students responses to this

BYP 2-9 ALL ABOUT YOU
(a) Students’ responses to this question will vary. It is important that the steps that they identify be
as specific as possible, and clearly directed toward achieving their goal. You may wish to ask a follow-up
question asking them to explain how each step will assist them in achieving their goal.
(b) There are many sites on the Internet that provide information about preparing a résumé. For
example, you can find extensive resources at:
. Many schools also have re-sources in their placement centers
or writing labs. The Writing Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute provides useful, concise
information on its website at .

A wide variety of sample résumés can be found. For example, Monster.com provides samples for a wide
variety of professions and situations at -
letters/careers.aspx.
(c) It is important to provide accurate and complete documentation of all relevant training,
education, and employment experiences so as to provide assurance to the potential employer, and also
to enable that employer to do follow-up work. If you say you have certain skills, such as computer skills,
try to substantiate the claim with recognized proof of proficiency. Make sure that all addresses and
phone numbers are accurate and up-to-date. Also, ensure that the people you use as references have a
copy of your résumé and cover letter, and that they are informed that you are interviewing so they know
to expect a call.
(d) See the sample résumés provided in the websites above for various format options. You might
also mention to students that there are electronic résumé templates available on the Internet.
BYP 2-10 CONSIDERING PEOPLE, PLANET AND PROFIT
(a) The existence of three different forms of certification would most likely create confusion for
coffee purchasers. It would be difficult to know what aspects of the coffee growing process each
certification covered. Similarly, if there were multiple groups that certified financial statements, each
with different criteria, it would be difficult for financial statement users to know what each certification
promised.
(b) The Starbucks certification appears to be the most common in that area. It has the advantage of
having a direct link to the Starbucks coffee market. Although it does not guarantee that Starbucks will
buy its coffee, it is a requirement that must be met before Starbucks will buy somebody’s coffee. Note
that the article states that the Starbucks certification “incorporates elements of social responsibility and
environmental leadership, but quality of coffee is the first criteria.” The Smithsonian Bird Friendly is
considered to have the strictest requirements and, as a result, appears to be the least common.
(c) The certifications have multiple objectives including organic farming as a means to protect bird
species, biodiversity and wildlife habitat. Some included requirements are to improve workers’ living
conditions, such as providing running water in worker housing, child labor regulations and education
requirements. As mentioned above, the Starbucks certification has the potential financial benefit of