Review Questions Why is it important to set short-term goals in addition to long-term goals? Describe the relationship between a person's work ethic and his or her work habits. What is the purpose of a resume? What is the purpose of a cover letter? What steps should one take in order to successfully transition to a new career path? Critical Thinking Questions Why do you think it is inappropriate to list family members as references on a resume? If you were a hiring manager, which portion of the resume would you pay the most attention to? Why? In your opinion, what is the most important thing one can do to increase the chances of a successful interview? Explain. Aside from the possibility of career advancement, for what other reasons is professional development important? Name at least one. Name one advantage and one disadvantage to changing career paths.