The Changing Workplace Section 1.2 The Changing Workplace

How the global economy affects the U.S. job market WHAT YOU’LL LEARN How the global economy affects the U.S. job market How technology influences the workplace continued

Why you should consider the job outlook when making career plans WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Why you should consider the job outlook when making career plans

WHY IT’S IMPORTANT Familiarity with the structure of the economy and the workplace will improve your job prospects.

economy global economy job market team outsourcing telecommute KEY TERMS economy global economy job market team outsourcing telecommute

The Changing Workplace Today, the workplace is constantly changing. Changes in the world affect what work is available for people to do and the way in which they do it.

The Changing Workplace To keep up with what’s happening in the changing world of work: Read newspapers and magazines. Watch the news. Talk to people working in your field of interest.

The Global Economy and the Job Market As part of the global economy, consumers can buy products from around the world.

The Global Economy and the Job Market An economy is how a group produces, distributes, and consumes its goods and services.

The Global Economy and the Job Market The global economy is the worldwide linkage of national economies. It has a direct impact on the job market.

The Global Economy and the Job Market The job market is the demand for particular jobs.

The Global Economy and the Job Market Keeping informed about developments in the global economy can help you learn more about the worldwide job market. continued

The Global Economy and the Job Market For example, you can learn which new jobs are being created, which jobs are being sent abroad, and which jobs will be available to American workers in foreign countries.

The Changing Workplace Graphic Organizer 1.2 The Changing Workplace Technology Global Economy Workplace Trends Increased Competition for Jobs Chapter 1 • You and the World of Work Succeeding in the World of Work

Impact on Today’s Workers The global economy creates stiff competition for businesses.

Impact on Today’s Workers Employers will need employees with a variety of transferable skills, such as basic skills, thinking skills, and personal qualities.

Changing Technology Advances in technology are constantly changing how people work. People working in different fields use a wide range of technology to help them do their work more quickly and efficiently.

Today’s Workplace Modern technology influences not only what work you do, but also how and where you do it.

Today’s Workplace Trends that you’ll probably encounter in the workplace include teams, outsourcing, and telecommuting.

Today’s Workplace A team is an organized group that sets goals, makes decisions, and implements actions within a company. Team workers collaborate on projects rather than doing what a manager tells them to do.

Today’s Workplace Outsourcing is a practice in which businesses hire other companies or individuals to produce their services or goods.

Today’s Workplace Telecommuting is performing a job at home using technology, especially computers, fax machines, and telephones.

CAREER CHECKLIST Define clear goals. When Entering The Workplace… Define clear goals. Stay informed of expectations and changes in the workplace. Expect the best from yourself and others. Keep an open mind so that you may learn from others. continued

CAREER CHECKLIST Maintain a positive outlook. When Entering The Workplace… Maintain a positive outlook. Learn from your mistakes. Take advantage of every opportunity to expand your horizons and job skills.

Impact on Today’s Workers You will be involved with technology in some form in whatever career you choose. You will continue learning about new technologies and new ways of working throughout your career.

Job Outlook Before deciding on a career, it’s important to consider the job outlook. The job outlook is the number of jobs there are likely to be in the future.

Key Concept Checkpoint SECTION 1.2 REVIEW Key Concept Checkpoint Comprehension How does the global economy affect the job market? continued

Key Concept Checkpoint SECTION 1.2 REVIEW Key Concept Checkpoint Comprehension Choose a career you’re interested in, and describe how technology may affect it. continued

Key Concept Checkpoint SECTION 1.2 REVIEW Key Concept Checkpoint Comprehension Which do you consider more important in choosing a career—following your own interests or following the job outlook? Why? continued

Key Concept Checkpoint SECTION 1.2 REVIEW Key Concept Checkpoint Critical Thinking Why do some employers consider personal qualities more important than experience or special skills?

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