Chapter 3 Lesson 2 A Future in Management

What You’ll Learn Types of management careers Difference between for-profit and nonprofit How to write a resume and cover letter

The only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work, and the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking, and don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. And like any great relationship, it just gets better and better as the years roll on. So keep looking, don't settle….

Initiation Anyone ever applied for a job or done volunteer work? What did the employers or supervisors ask of you?

Types of Management Careers What kinds of businesses need managers? For-Profit=businesses that operate to earn money for their owners Name some examples: Nonprofit=operates to promote a special interest or cause ALL need managers!

Applying for a Job Key is to SELL YOURSELF. Many others want the same position. What makes you most appealing? Build a resume: Chronological=lists education and work experience in reverse order ex: pg 70 Skills=highlights your accomplishments and abilities ex: pg 71 Helpful tips on pg 72 Writing a cover letter: Purpose: introduce yourself and convince them to interview you Ex: pg 73 Tips pg 74

Group Discussion Why do you think the federal government passed laws to make it illegal for employers to ask about age, sex, race, political preferences, etc.? None of these factors have anything to do with how well a person can do a job

Activity Create a Professional-Looking Resume and Cover Letter for a “job” you would like to apply for (You may make up information where necessary) USE PAGE 70-74 as a guide You can use Internet Sources if necessary as well

Section Assessment Complete the following on p.75 Fact and Idea Review #1-5 Critical Thinking #1 Case Analysis