Do Now to Turn In 10 min What are 3 parts of a resume? Summarize the class content read the past few days.

Chapter 19: Planning A Career Occupation/job: work task or series of tasks that are performed to provide a good or service Ability: quality of being able to perform mental or physical tasks Talent: a natural in-born aptitude to do things 5 steps in career decision making: Gather information Analyze what is learned Think about different plans of action Select a plan of action Evaluate career decision

Chapter 19: Planning A Career cont. Values: the things that are important to you in life Ability test: a test that measures how well a job applicant can perform certain job tasks Parts of a resume are:  Heading: Name and contact information Education Work Experience Activities Awards References

Chapter 19: Planning A Career cont. Tips on having a Successful Interview: (1) be on time for appointment (2) go alone to the interview (do not take friends or family) (3) dress properly (4) try to be calm during the interview and try not to talk too much (5) leave when the interviewer indicates that the interview is over

Chapter 19: Planning A Career cont. Tips on having a Successful Interview cont: (6) thank the interviewer for the opportunity to discuss the job and your qualifications (7) after the interview send a brief thank you note (8) be patient after the interview as the selection process can take some time.

Chapter 19: Planning A Career cont. Tips on having a Successful Interview: (1) be on time for appointment (2) go alone to the interview (do not take friends or family) (3) dress properly (4) try to be calm during the interview and try not to talk too much (5) leave when the interviewer indicates that the interview is over

Chapter 19: Planning A Career cont. Tips on having a Successful Interview cont: (6) thank the interviewer for the opportunity to discuss the job and your qualifications (7) after the interview send a brief thank you note (8) be patient after the interview as the selection process can take some time.

Chapter 20: Succeeding in the World of Work Sources of job leads include friends, relatives, teachers, school counselors, internet Employer Applications that are not filled out online should be done in blue or black pen only You should be using standard English when filling out applications How you dress is also very important: You should be well groomed and dressed in slacks and a nice shirt, a dress or a blouse and skirt depending in gender.

Career Quiz What are 2 parts to a resume? What are 2 tips for a successful interview? What are 2 examples of transferable skills to a job? Where can you get additional information on available jobs? Give 2 examples. 2 steps in career decision making are? What should you use in filling out an application? Why is it bad to lie on a job application? How can your abilities and talents help you in a job? What can help you determine what types of jobs you are suited for?

Do Now Turn In 10 min from the time you come into class What is the difference between a career information interview and a position interview? Provide 3 things that can help you to have a great interview. Once you have the job, provide 3 ways you can get along with co-workers. How can getting along with different students prepare you for the workplace?

Interviewing Preparing for your interview Do your research. Find out at much as you can about the company. What it makes or does. Find out about the job as well if you can Know where you are going. Make sure that you are 15 minutes early in case you run into issues. Be prepared and have extra resumes on hand for the interview along with written references. Dress for success. You should already have your clothes ready for the interview. Dress conservatively

Interviewing cont. In your interview When meeting with the interviewer make sure to look straight at the interviewer and pay attention. Smile and be confident. Make sure that you are 15 minutes early in case you run into issues. Do not chew gum, slouch, fidget or put anything on the interviewer’s desk. Stay positive, have a good attitude and answer questions. Know your resume. Be honest with your answers.

Why people don’t get hired Poor Appearance Inability to communicate Lack of planning: you should be able to express your career goals Condemning past employers (bad mouthing) Failure to look at interviewer Limp handshake Late to the interview Do not thank the interviewer Ask no questions Lack of knowledge of business or position