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Pre-Engineering & Computer-Aided Design Segment 1 Employability Skills

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Lesson Objectives Define the ten pillars of employability Goals Create a professional, one page resume Create a reference sheet Write a cover letter / LOI Write a thank you letter Job search and interview tips Myths

Seg. 1 Employability Skills What is employability skills? Soft skills – Wanted by ALL employers Skills, attitudes and qualities Help you get and keep a job

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth Once a career is chosen, the person is stuck with it Truth Most people change careers at least 5-7 times in their lives Skills developed in one job can be used in different lines of work or industries

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Skills that ALL employers want you to have, no matter what industry you’re working in…

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Communication What are good communication skills? Speaking Writing Typing Listening

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Communication How can you practice communication? Writing assignments and reports as part of your studies Blogging or using social media Working in customer service (face-to-face or on the phone)

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Teamwork What are good teamwork skills? Being good at working with people People you work with People you come in contact with

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Teamwork How can you practice teamwork skills? Group assignments as part of your studies Volunteering for a community organization Get a job Join a team and or club

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth You should choose a career based on the skills you have Truth This will leave you unfulfilled Find a career path that will provide on-going training, learning and chances for advancement

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Problem Solving What are good problem solving skills? Find solutions when faced with difficulties or setbacks Logical process for figuring things out

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Problem Solving How can you practice problem solving? Research as part of your studies Dealing with complaints at your workplace Doing a study skills course that looks at problem solving Talking to other people about how they solved the problems they faced

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Planning and Organization What is good planning and organizing? Doing what is required to get a job done - How and what Timelines Deadlines

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Planning and Organization How can you practice planning and organizing skills? Time management Set timetables and stick to them Organize a trip Manage your time – work, school, family, friends Organize a community event

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth Do what you love to do and the money will follow Truth Be realistic Combine what you love with your work Choose a career that allows you to follow your passions in your free time

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Self Motivation What is good self motivation? Getting to work without being told Staying on task Asking what’s next Sticking to a schedule or time table

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Self Motivation How can you practice being self motivated? Get a job Make a ranked list of priorities Complete the list

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Responsibility What is being responsible? Being accountable for your actions Being accountable for your decisions Accepting consequences for your decisions Doing what is right when no one is watching - Integrity

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Responsibility How can you practice being responsible? Go to school everyday on time Complete assignments on time Get a job Show up on time everyday

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth The only way to make a lot of money is with advanced degrees Truth Advanced degrees do not guarantee $$ Choosing a career based strictly on how much money you can make will set you up for disappointment in your work life

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Self-Learning / Teaching What is self-learning / self-teaching? Wanting to understand new things Picking up quickly Taking on new tasks Ability to follow directions Ability to train yourself (with others)

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Self-Learning / Teaching How can you practice self-learning? Watch how-to videos and then do Learn from a tutorial Read

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Flexibility What is being flexible? Ability to accept change Ability to adapt to new situations

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Flexibility How can you practice being flexible? Admit mistakes and learn from them Accept constructive criticism Offer to learn a new skill Work after your scheduled stop time

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth I’ll have my job forever Truth You’ll have your job as long as you deserve it What happens if the company folds or gets bought out? Your department could be eliminated

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Positive Attitude What is a positive attitude? Can do You’ll learn or find out how to do something

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Positive Attitude How can you practice having a positive attitude? Be cheerful, friendly and upbeat Display a sense of humor Be polite Be nice to everyone

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Work Ethic What is work ethic? Care about what you do Personal sense of pride Quality Avoiding distractions

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Pillars of Employability Work Ethic How can you practice good work ethic? Stay focused Do more than is expected Always strive to do your best Always strive to do better than you did before

Seg. 1 Employability Skills Myth If I have a degree, I don’t have to start at the bottom Truth You’ll start at the bottom in most careers Status and advancement need to be earned Experience is often more valuable than a degree

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