Chapter Fifteen: Plan Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 1

Change and Career Planning  The world of work is constantly changing  Technology and globalization are key factors  Work ethic is still important!  College students of today are likely to have several careers in their lifetimes Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 2

Job v. Career?  A job a place you go to complete tasks and earn a paycheck  A career is something you own that enhances your life and bring internal rewards along with monetary satisfaction Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 3

Ten Strategies for Your Future Make good grades Acknowledge your abilities, values, interests Advance your technology skills Hone your speaking, writing, communication Actively explore your career options Get involved and stay active Give back to your community Use your summers wisely Expand your cultural and global knowledge Utilize your campus Career Center Pg. 361

Your Career Self-Study What is your personality type? What are your interests? Do you enjoy physical or mental work? What are your values? Where do you want to live? Do you want to travel? What motivates you? What are your skills? Do you like routine? p. 364

Undeclared? Ten Steps to Career Decision Making Dream! Go where the puck is going! Talk to your advisor Use electives Visit the Career Center Read, read read! Shadow Join pre-professional organizations Get a part-time job Get a summer practicum or internship Pg. 368

Cover Letters and Resumes  Keys to getting an interview  Cover letter is first impression and should be personalized for each position  Resume communicates your education, skills, and experience Pg. 369

Tips for Resumes and Cover Letters  Must be typed  Use quality paper  Do not fold for mailing  Must be error-free  Sign your letter in blue or black ink Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 8

Call the Resume DOCTOR  D = visual design  O = job-specific objective  C = clarity and specificity  T = be truthful  O = organization  R = review by others Pg. 372

Resume Tips  Limit to one page when possible  Use bullets  Use standard point fonts  Use action verbs: managed, created, built  Be succinct and omit irrelevant information Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 10

“Eight Seconds Rule”  You have eight seconds to make an impression with your resume and cover letter  You have even less time to do so during an interview Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 11

REWARDS Interviewing Tips  R = establish rapport  E = promote your education and training  W = show willingness to join and to learn  A = appearance is important  R = give positive responses to questions  D = display a demeanor of confidence  S = be sincere Pg. 374

The Thank-You Note  Often overlooked but very important  Send immediately after interview  Send whether you want or get the position  Shows your manners and respect Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 13

Chapter Reflections  Identify what you have to offer  Learn to promote yourself in an interview  Discover your personality type make it work  Shadow and do volunteer work  Realize that life is about more than money  Know your personal values and motivations Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 15, Slide 14