Identifying Career Opportunities Define Career Goals Careers in Marketing Activity in lab

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“Choose a career you love and you will never work a day in your life!” Choosing a Career ____________is what you will do to earn a living over the years Progressively responsible jobs (job, occupation, career, industry) Requires careful thought and preparation “Choose a career you love and you will never work a day in your life!”

Choosing a Career Define your goals: The life you would _______________ What is important to you (family vs money) Weekdays vs weekends _________________ by: Where you live, culture, transportation, relationships, income desired

Choosing a Career Conduct a self-assessment _____________ are beliefs that guide the way you live. Working hard – value achievement _____________ are the things that you like to do (photography, working on cars, listening to music) Take a career interest survey

Choosing a Career Conduct a self-assessment (continued) ____________ is an ability or natural talent Potential to learn ____________ is the combination of all of the unique qualities that make you who you are. Personality test, how you handle stress, challenges, people, etc.

Choosing a Career Conduct a self-assessment (continued) _______________ – where you work Surroundings, sights, sounds, smells ______________________________ Prefer working alone or with people or both

Choosing a Career ID Possible Career Choices and Gather Information Library,internet, work experience,interviews O*Net (occupational outlook handbook) Interviews with a professional OJT – _____________________ (you can learn something from every job you have!) Internships-experience w/without pay

Choosing a Career Evaluate Your Choices Compare and contrast your ________ profile with the ________ profile Values Interests Personality Preferences Skills and aptitudes Education/training

Choosing a Career 5. Formulate Planning Goals Where you _____ to where you ______ to be Should be _______ (detailed and measurable) “I want to make lots of money” is NOT specific Should be _______ (attainable) Being a nurse is probably not an option if you faint at the sight of blood! Work ________ in time from end to what needs to happen along the way!

Choosing a Career 6. Professional Development and Outline Your Plan Education and training to reach your career goal (short and long-term) Create an ________________…BEGIN!

Careers in Marketing What skills have YOU learned in marketing thus far? _____________________

Careers in Marketing Overview Benefits Trends 33 million Americans earn a living in marketing! That’s one in every 3 jobs! Benefits __________ average income __________ and ___________ Trends E-commerce and diversified markets Management

Careers in Marketing Area: a category of jobs that involve similar interests and skills. List 3 from the lists that appeal to you ____________________________

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