Career Planning and Development CHAPTER 9 Career Planning and Development 9-1 Career Opportunities 9-2 Planning Your Career 9-3 Applying for Employment 9-4 Securing a Job

Chapter 9 VOCAB OCCUPATION: a task or series of tasks performed to provide a good or service CAREER: a goal for work that is fulfilled through occupations CAREER PLANNING: the process of studying careers, assessing yourself and making decisions about future

THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Chapter 9 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Step 1: Personal Assessment Determine interests and values Identify talents and abilities Step 2: Employment Market Analysis Geographic influences Business and economic trends

THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Chapter 9 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS (continued) Step 3: Application Process Application form Resume and cover letter Step 4: Interview Process Prepare for interview Follow-up activities

THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Chapter 9 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS (continued) Step 5: Employment Acceptance Salary and financial factors Organizational environment Step 6: Career Development and Advancement Practice career success behaviors Develop strong work relationships

CAREER INFORMATION SOURCES Chapter 9 CAREER INFORMATION SOURCES Print and media sources Occupational Outlook Handbook Career World Magazine Online sources Resume building websites Informational interviews Planned discussion with a worker who is willing to help you find out about the work that someone does and how to prepare for a future in that career If a certain career interests you, you can arrange a job shadow (allows you to spend time with a co-worker to observe the job) Business contacts Networking (talking to other people about their jobs—making contacts)

SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR AN INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW Chapter 9 SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR AN INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW How did you get your current job? In what ways do you find your work most satisfying? What are your main frustrations? What tasks and activities are required in your work? What are the most important qualifications for working in this field? What advice would you give a young person who is thinking about this type of work?

GROWTH CAREER AREAS Geographic influences Economic and industry trends Chapter 9 GROWTH CAREER AREAS Geographic influences Only certain jobs are available in certain areas of the country Mobility – willingness and ability to move where a job is located Economic and industry trends Consumer demand Changing demographics

Chapter 9 9-1 Assessment The first step of the career planning process is to prepare a resume and cover letter Interview for a job Determine your interests and abilities Obtain career training The purpose of an informational interview is to Obtain information about a career area of your choice Apply for a job with a nonprofit organization Research salaries for starting employees Gain important career training experience Spending time with a worker on the job to learn about a career is called Networking Personal assessment Career training Job shadowing

Chapter 9 PERSONAL ASSESSMENT: to better understand what career is right for you! Interests Activities that give you satisfaction Values Things that are important to you Can be long term goals or short term wants Talents and abilities Natural-born strength to do something Quality of being able to perform a task Which can be developed over time?

METHODS OF GAINING EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Chapter 9 METHODS OF GAINING EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Work-study programs Co-op combines school with work experience Internships involve working while learning the field Part-time employment Summer work/seasonal work is also included Test out a particular field Helps you make contacts and gain experience Volunteer activities Community service can help improve attitude and work habits School activities Class assignments can provide work-related experience School clubs/organizations help you learn to plan, supervise and be a team player

SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBS-WHERE DO I FIND A JOB? Chapter 9 SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBS-WHERE DO I FIND A JOB? The media (newspaper ads, news ads) Personal contacts (you know someone) Business contacts (go into businesses and ask; kiosks at malls, use directory) Career fairs (see a lot of companies at once; all are looking to hire) Government employment offices

Chapter 9 9-2 Assessment TRUE/FALSE A person’s values are also called natural talents TRUE/FALSE Volunteering experience can result in obtaining career skills A desire to assist others in your job is an example of Talents Interests Abilities Values This is an event that allows you to contact several employers in a short period of time Career fair Informational interview Network Career resource center

APPLICATION ACTIVITIES Chapter 9 APPLICATION ACTIVITIES Personal data sheet How the application process starts Summary of your important job information Lists education and work experience Keep it with you to help fill out applications Application form Gives the employers basic information about the applicant Asks you for: name, address, social sec #, education, work exp, references This is your first job task Resume Provides information about you to the employer 2 types: experience-based (experience is listed in order of job history); qualifications-based (only abilities you have that are related to the job are listed) Includes sections: personal information, career objective, education, work experience, honors/activities, references Limit to one page Usually skimmed quickly, so be neat, be honest, format correctly and no spelling/grammar errors! Career portfolio Provides proof of your skills and abilities Things included: resume, sample school projects, previous work samples, news articles, letters of recommendation

Action Verbs for Resumes and Cover Letters Chapter 9 Action Verbs for Resumes and Cover Letters

APPLICATION COVER LETTER Chapter 9 APPLICATION COVER LETTER Expresses your interest in a specific job Like a sales letter—selling yourself to get an interview Introduction (your reason for writing letter, brief mention of your experience/training) Development (your experiences/achievements that make you the best candidate for the job) Conclusion (request for them to call you for an interview, include phone number and email, how you would Targeted letter (some use instead of a resume/cover letter, quick summary of your abilities, skills, accomplishments)

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS Chapter 9 ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS Online applications Use a simple format Avoid bold, underlines, italics, tabs Do not use attached files that may be hard to open Cyber interviewing May be used to screen candidates (narrow down the number that applied) May be used to try some role-play exercises

Chapter 9 9-3 Assessment The item least likely to be included on a resume is A school award Your references Schools you attended Your work expreience The main purpose of a cover letter is to Request an interview Obtain career information Ask a person to be a reference Apply for a government job

THE INTERVIEW PROCESS Employment Interview Chapter 9 2-way conversation in which the interviewer learns about you and you learn about the company and job they are hiring for Before the interview Prepare questions to ask during the interview Practice speaking clearly and in a smooth, complete manner During the interview Avoid talking too much, but answer each question completely Stay calm and use good eye contact Show interest in the job and thank them for the interview After the interview Send a follow-up letter to express you appreciation for interviewing you Evaluate your interview performance and think about things to change/improve

BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Plan your questions More things to remember Chapter 9 BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Plan your questions More things to remember Be on time for the appointment. Go alone to the interview. Dress properly

DURING THE INTERVIEW Answer each question completely Chapter 9 DURING THE INTERVIEW Answer each question completely Avoid talking too much Make good eye contact Stay calm Thank the interviewer

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Chapter 9 COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Education and Training What qualifies you for this job? Why are you interested in this company? What activities have helped you to expand your interests and knowledge?

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Chapter 9 COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS (continued) Work and Other Experience In what situations have you done your best work? Describe the supervisors who motivated you most. Which of your past accomplishments are you most proud of? Describe people with whom you have found it difficult to work?

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS Chapter 9 COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS (continued) Personal Qualities What are your major strengths and weaknesses? What have you done to overcome these? What do you plan to be doing five or ten years from now? Which individuals have had the greatest influence on you?

JOB OFFERS Salary and financial factors Organizational environment Chapter 9 JOB OFFERS Salary and financial factors Your experience will affect your pay Position may include employee benefits (insurance, vacation time, free parking) Organizational environment Think about dress code, work space, etc.

ON THE JOB BEHAVIOR Positive attitude Positive image Ask questions Chapter 9 ON THE JOB BEHAVIOR Positive attitude Ask questions Avoid complaining Be friendly with everyone Positive image Consider your appearance Be on time Show you are dependable

Chapter 9 MENTOR A mentor is an experienced employee who serves as a counselor to a person with less experience.

LEAVING A JOB Give notice (at least 2 weeks) Chapter 9 LEAVING A JOB Give notice (at least 2 weeks) Letter Date it Complete all current projects Participate in exit interview Your employer asks questions about your work and tells you how they feel you did Thank coworkers

Chapter 9 9-4 Assessment A commonly suggested action to take after an interview is Contact the company about the salary Evaluate your performance in the interview Revise your resume Estimate the cost of career training for the job What occurs when leaving a job? Informational interview Exit interview Employment interview Coaching interview

Chapter 9 Assignments Assessment: 1-11 (write definition and answer) Make resume and cover letter (as a class) Complete Study Guide