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Choosing Your Career PathChapter 19
Learning About the World of Work
19:1
What is Work
Work can be defined as any activity that results in useful product or service
A job is a position held by a person working to earn a living
A job title refers to an occupation, or type of work
A career refers to the work done over several years while holding different jobs within a particular field or area.
Career ladder – series of jobs in which each builds on the experiences of the previous step
Why Do People Work?
1. Earn income
2. Support their lifestyle 1. Leisure activities enjoyed
3. Status in the community
Earning Income
A person’s job determines his or her income
Factors that can affect a job’s pay Education and training Experience High-demand and high-risk
Personal Reasons
Work provides personal satisfaction
Work brings recognition
Work increase feelings of worth Your self-esteem will increase as you succeed
as work
Work provides opportunities for personal growth
Work provides social contacts
Choosing a Career19:2
Learning About Yourself
These factors should be considered when choosing a career:
*Personality traits
Values
*Goals
Interest
*Aptitudes
Abilities
Personality
If the nature of your work matches your personality traits, you will find it easier to succeed
Values
The beliefs or ideals that you feel are important They will affect you decisions, actions and
choose of career
Goals
Goals are what you want to accomplish in life.
Your career choice should help you reach important goals in your life
Interests
*In all occupations, a worker is involved to some degree with people, ideas, and objects
Identifying you interests can help you choose your career
Aptitudes
Aptitudes are your natural talents
Abilities
You abilities are skills that you learn and develop
Different jobs require different sets of skills. Transferable skills are basic job skills that can be applied in various work situations.
Learning About Careers
When investigating different career choices, the following factors should be considered:
Job responsibilities
Personality traits needed
Places where employment can be obtained
Skills, training, and education required
Employment outlook
Earning potential
Potential for advancement
Researching Careers
Career clusters are 16 broad grouping of occupational and career specialties
Each cluster includes several career directions, called career pathways
Examples of Career Information Guide The Occupational Information Network The occupational Outlook Handbook CareeOneStop
Factors Affecting Job Outlook
You may not be able to find a job if you plan a career in a field with few jobs and many works
Technology also impact the availably of jobs
Career opportunities are also affected by changes in society and the world
Considering Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurs are people who are self-employed and earn income through their own business
Developing a Career Plan
A career plan is a list of steps to take to reach a career goal. It will includes short-term and long-term
Education and Training
Apprenticeship program – the worker learns skills and gains experience while under the supervision of an experience worker
The military can provide training that can used in both military and civilian careers
A technical college is a one – two year program at a technical college training
A four-year degree program from a college or university
Student and Professional
Organization Student and professional organizations offer
the opportunity to develop skills while learning about future careers
Being active in a professional organization can help you stay informed about job trends and advancements in your career field.
Portfolios
A portfolio is a collection of materials that document your achievements over time
Items to Include in a Portfolio List of awards and special honors Descriptions of volunteer work Transcripts, licenses and certifications
The World of Work19:3
The Job Search
Gather the information you need to know about yourself
Find out what jobs are available
Network with family, friends, and people in you career field Networking is talking to family members,
friends, and other people you know about possible job openings.
Membership in a professional organization can also provide network opportunities
The Job Search
Identify employers who offer the job you want
Research the requirements needed for each position you consider
Preparing You Résumé
A résumé is a summary of your skills, training, education, and past work experiences. A résumé allows any employer to quickly evaluate n applicant’s qualifications
Parts of Résumé
Worker identification
Work objective
Education
Experience – job history, listing the years worked, title of your jobs and duties performed
Activities and organizations
Special skills
Applying for a Job
Cover letter - a letter sent with résumé to express interest in a job Include:
Why are you qualified for the job Mention the qualities or experiences that are
most likely going to attract the employer’s interest
End your letter with a request for an interview
Filling Out Application Forms
Completing this form neatly and accurately in important This represents how well you follow written
directions
Do not skip any questions
Interviewing for a Job
An interview gives the employer an opportunity to talk with job applicants
Be able to: Talk about why you want to work for the
organization What will you be able to do for the organization What skills and qualities you have
Bring a list of references to the interview References are people who have direct
knowledge of you and your past work record
Prepare of the Interview
Learn all you can about the employer
What are your strengths and weakness
Allow extra travel time to arrive a few minutes early
Job Success
Performance Rating Formal evaluation
Succeeding as a Team Member Doing you part to help the group success
Business Etiquette
Business etiquette – showing respect for others, being courteous, and taking time to listen and communicate clearly
Business Ethics
A guiding set of moral values that influence high standards in business activities
Sexual harassment – unwelcomed or unwanted advances, request for favors, or other verbal or physical conduct sexual nature
Equal opportunity forbids the discrimination of workers based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability
Terminating Employment
Giving Notice A two-week notice of termination from
employment is accepted as a standard of courtesy in most jobs
Asking for a Reference