Chapter 1 Testing Your Career Savvy: Get Into Shape "Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.” —Thomas Edison

Student Learning Outcomes Differentiate between a job and a career. Identify and apply Super’s Theory to your career development. Determine how generational differences affect the workplace. Discuss why personal assessment is the key factor leading to career satisfaction. Understand the process, challenge, and commitment necessary to exercise your career options.

Personal Assessment Examine personal experiences. Identify the current stage of your career and life development. Assess your ability to deal with new information. Gain self-awareness.

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Super’s Self-Concept Theory We differ in abilities, interests, and personalities. Every occupation has a characteristic pattern. Each person is qualified for several occupations. Vocational preferences and skills change over time.

Super’s Career Stages Growth Exploration Establishment Maintenance Disengagement

Super’s Theory It is the nature of any career pattern to be influenced by parental socioeconomic level, mental ability, personality characteristics, and opportunities. The process of career development is that of self-concept development and implementation. Work satisfaction and life satisfaction are dependent upon outlets being provided for our abilities, interests, and values.

Life Stages Reality Because we are living longer, concepts and definitions of careers and retirement have changed. Must constantly review and renew meanings of existence and be open to new experiences.

Generational Differences 34 Million 76 Million 41 Million 75 Million Matures born 1925 - 1942 Baby Boomers born 1943 – 1960 Generation X born 1961 – 1981 Generation Y (Millennials) born 1982 –2000

Differentiating Between a Job and a Career Series of tasks or activities that are performed within the scope of what we call work Career The integration of our personality with work activities

Career Satisfaction Your quality of life is enhanced by your job/career, relationship with your family, and money. Surveys indicate that over 50% of workers are dissatisfied with their jobs. Reevaluate yourself and your career path continually. Look for a series of alternatives and career options that fit your life stages.

Choosing and Changing Careers Establish short term and long term career goals. Know who you are and what your preferences and talents are. Develop Your BRAND.

The Process and the Challenge Self-discovery is an important part of the career planning process. Become an active and committed participant. Understand that confusion and discomfort are a natural part of this process.