CAREER MANAGEMENT Presented by: Nur Munyati Mustapa

5/18/ CAREER MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW Career Management Career Planning And Development Getting a Job Dressing & Grooming

Career Planning Model Step 1. Self-assessment Step 2. Career preferences and exploration Step 3. Set career objectives Step 4. Develop plan Step 5. Control Step 1. Self-assessment Step 2. Career preferences and exploration Step 3. Set career objectives Step 4. Develop plan Step 5. Control CAREER MANAGEMENT You must take the responsibility for managing your career Before planning your career, you must consider your career stage –As people get older, they have different career stage needs

Career Planning The process of: –setting career objectives –determining how to accomplish them Career Development The process of - gaining skill, - experience, and education to achieve career objectives

Career Stages The 20s The time when managers are just getting started The challenge is to prove that you have what it takes to get the job done well – and on time The 30s The time when managers develop an expertise and show their strength as bosses They try to gain visibility with top management The 40s and 50s Most managers have weathered a failure or two and know whether or not they have a shot at higher- management jobs The 60s and 70s People begin to prepare for retirement They can pass along what they have learned and provide continuity

1. Develop a career plan 2. Develop a résumé and cover letter 3. Conduct research 4. Prepare for the interview

Tips to Help You Get Ahead Be a top performer at your present job Finish assignments early Volunteer for extra assignments Keep up with the latest technology Develop good human relations with the important people in the organization Know when to approach your boss Be polite Never say anything negative about anyone Be approachable Make effective presentations

First Impressions You have only one chance to make a good first impression. Your appearance tells others how you feel about yourself, which can define how they treat you. Your corporate ladder climb will be easier if you look like you belong there.

First Impression Test – Women Who would you hire?

First Impression Test – Men Who would you hire?

What influenced you? Apparent level of sophistication Color of tie, shoes, dress Well-groomed appearance Conservative appearance Overall attractiveness Non-verbal signals Apparent level of self-confidence

DRESSING APPROPRIATELY INDICATES: YOUR CONCERN FOR THE WORKPLACE YOUR CONCERN FOR YOUR GROWTH PROFESSIONALLY YOUR CONCERN FOR YOUR STANDING IN THE WORKPLACE TYPES OF BUSINESS ATTIRE Choices for Business Professional Dress Choices for Business Casual Dress Items to Avoid

Business Professional

Business Casual

Business Professional

Business Casual

ITEMS TO AVOID – WOMEN

ITEMS TO AVOID – MEN

What do your clothes say about you? Your appearance plays a supporting role in the interview process. Your appearance can convey strong feelings of trust to a prospective employer. Your appearance can convey a sense of self- confidence, dependability and professionalism. Your appearance can determine how people you meet will react to you.

First Impression Guidelines - Colors That Work Dark to medium range blues Navy Blue – respected by all socio- economic levels Gray Camel/Beige Black Dark Brown Burgundy Rust

First Impression Guidelines - Colors to Avoid Women –Most pastels, especially pale yellow –Bright orange Men and Women –Most shades of green –Mustard – bad, bad, bad Dark Colors make you seem more powerful; only use when you need control.

First Impression Guidelines - The Suit Two-piece matched suit Knee-length skirt for women Tailored and pressed pants for men and women Tailored, long-sleeve shirt or blouse Minimal jewelry, cologne and makeup Leather lace-up shoes for men; closed-toe pumps for women

First Impression Guidelines - Hair – clean and neat Details – no missing buttons, lint or tags Hands – clean, manicured fingernails Fit – clean, pressed and proper fit Smell – little or no cologne; no cigarette odor Breath – fresh, clean breath; use a breath mint

First Impression Guidelines - Accessories Shoes – never lighter than the hem of your skirt or pants Belts – classic, quality leather Bags and briefcases – small, dark-colored leather briefcase Jewelry – minimal; business watch, nothing flashy Scarves and ties – silk

First Impression Guidelines - The Ten Decisions Social Position Economic Level Educational Level Trustworthiness Moral Character Level of Sophistication Success – previous and current Social Heritage Economic Heritage Educational Heritage

First Impression Guidelines - Research Learn the corporate culture before you interview. Dress appropriately for the position that you are applying. You convey respect to the person you are meeting. Define your audience – clients, management, colleagues, staff; fit perceived image for the position.

Remember! You only have one chance to make a first impression. Dress for success and you’ll look like you belong at the top!