Career Planning and Development CHAPTER 9 4/22/2017 9 Career Planning and Development 9-1 Career Opportunities 9-2 Planning Your Career 9-3 Applying for Employment 9-4 Securing a Job ITB

CAREER PLANNING Your study of careers Occupation is a task or series of tasks that is performed to provide a good or service. People are hired to fill occupations. Career is a goal for work that is fulfilled through an occupation or series of occupations. Career planning is the process of studying careers. Your first decision will likely be a tentative career decision – a decision that is subject to change as new information is received. A tentative decision is much better than no decision at all. Chapter 9

Career training Two year schools – community colleges Four year colleges/Universities Private business schools specialize in specific job training, such as radio and television or computers and other technology. The cost for further schooling is an investment in your future that will help you earn higher wages and expand your potential. 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 Chapter 9

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

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

CAREER INFORMATION SOURCES Print and media sources Occupational Outlook Quarterly Occupational Outlook Handbook Newspaper help wanted ads can be useful in career planning. Reading the help wanted ads in newspapers gives you an idea of what jobs are in demand. The ads help you find out what training and skills are needed. Online sources Chapter 9

Informational interviews – is a planned discussion with a worker who is willing to help you find out about the work that a person does, the preparation needed for that career, and the person’s feelings about the career. Helps you to gain insight. Job Shadowing – allows you to spend time with a worker for a day or a week to learn about a certain occupation. 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? Chapter 9

Business contacts The process of talking to other people about their jobs is called networking. The advantage of networking is that your contacts are not limited to the people you know personally. Chapter 9

GROWTH CAREER AREAS Geographic influences Economic and industry trends Mobility is the willingness and ability of a person to move to where jobs are located. Economic and industry trends Chapter 9

Values – things that are important to you. PERSONAL ASSESSMENT Interests – provide a basis for your employment goals and possible career paths. Activities that give you satisfaction Values – things that are important to you. What do you value? Prestige, money, power achievement, independence, security, belonging, or serving others. Chapter 9

Talents and abilities Talent - is a natural, inborn, aptitude to do certain things. People often say someone has a “natural talent.” Ability – is the quality of being able to perform a mental or physical task. Your talents and abilities, along with your career goals and interests, are important in career planning. Chapter 9

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE – Most people have more career skills than they realize. Work-study programs Cooperative Education Programs Internships – involve work experience in organizations while learning about a career field. Part-time employment Volunteer activities School activities Class assignments can provide work related experiences. Working on team projects offers you a chance to interact with others, a skill vital in every career. School clubs and organizations. Chapter 9

SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBS The media Personal contacts Business contacts Career fairs – these events allow a chance to contact several prospective employers in a short time. Employment agencies – they can help you look for part-time, summer, or full-time work. Chapter 9

Applying For Employment Can be done several ways An employer often has each applicant complete an application form. Asks for information related to employment. Gives the employer standard information about each job applicant. Follow directions carefully Print answers neatly Answer all questions completely Chapter 9

RESUME A resume is a tool that provides information about you to a potential employer. Experienced Based Resume – experiences are usually listed in order of work history. Qualifications Based Resume – abilities and experiences related to the job for which you are applying are highlighted. Chapter 9

RESUME Personal information – name, address, phone, email Career objective – personal employment goal Education – schools attended, dates, degrees, programs of study Experience – work and volunteer activities with dates and responsibilities Career-related honors and other activities – awards, school and community involvement. Chapter 9

RESUME Resume must be professional. Clean, organized, with no errors. Limit your resume to one page. Usually skimmed quickly by company. References not included on resume. Chapter 9

CAREER PORTFOLIO Resume, cover letter, and answers to sample interview questions Sample reports, presentation materials, and research findings from school projects Web site designs, creative works from school activities or previous employment such as ads, packages, and promotions News articles of community activities or other experiences in which you have participated Letters of recommendation Chapter 9

ACTION VERBS FOR RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS Accomplished Directed Organized Achieved Edited Planned Administered Facilitated Produced Coordinated Implemented Researched Created Initiated Supervised Designed Managed Trained Developed Monitored Updated Chapter 9

Targeted letter – using instead of resume or cover letter. APPLICATION COVER LETTER – expresses your interest in a specific job. Think of it as a sales letter for the purpose of obtaining an interview. Introduction Development Conclusion Targeted letter – using instead of resume or cover letter. Provides a quick summary of ability Lists major skills and competencies Chapter 9

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS Online applications Simple format Avoid bold, underline, italics, and tabs Do not attach files that may be difficult to open Cyber interviewing Chapter 9

Before the interview – get info. During the interview THE INTERVIEW PROCESS Employment interview – is a two-way conversation in which the interviewer learns about you and you learn about the job and the company. Before the interview – get info. During the interview After the interview Chapter 9

BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Plan your questions Sample questions What training opportunities are available to employees? What qualities do your most successful employees possess? What new opportunities are your company considering in the next few years? Chapter 9

BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Things to remember (continued) BEFORE YOU INTERVIEW Things to remember Be on time for the appointment. Go alone to the interview. Dress properly Chapter 9

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

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS (continued) COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 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? Chapter 9

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS (continued) COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 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? Chapter 9

AFTER THE INTERVIEW Send a follow-up letter to express your appreciation for the opportunity to interview. Evaluate your interview performance Be patient Chapter 9

JOB OFFER COMPARISON Salary and financial factors Organizational environment Chapter 9

ON THE JOB RELATIONSHIPS Job success strategies Ask questions Avoid complaining Honor the time for breaks Consider your appearance Be on time Be friendly with everyone Show you are dependable Follow the rules Chapter 9

MENTOR Experienced employee “career coach” Chapter 9

LEAVING A JOB Give notice – at least two-weeks Letter Date – last day you will be working Complete current projects Participate in exit interview Thank coworkers Chapter 9

Now…………………….. What will be you Apprentice Task????? Chapter 9