Career Management Review
What are Ethics?
Ethics are the rules of behavior that govern a group or a society. Employees who exhibit ethical behavior in the workplace are honest and fair. They do NOT lie, cheat, or steal.
Qualities employers look for in an employee are:
1. Cooperation 2. Respect 3. Teamwork 4. Ability to work well with others
The three most common learning styles are:
1. Auditory – learn best by hearing information 2. Visual – learn best by seeing information 3. Tactile or Kinesthetic – learn best by hands-on.
What is a job specific skill?
A job-specific skill is a skill necessary for a particular job. For example: if your career involves computers- you need to know specific computer programs to do your job
What is a transferable skill?
Transferable skills are general skills used in school and various jobs. Some common transferable skills are: Listening skills Communication skills Problem –Solving Skills Social Skills Adaptability Skills
Why is it important to develop transferable skills?
Transferable skills are required in ALL careers!!!!
What is initiative?
Initiative is doing what needs to be done without being told. Employers LOVE this quality in employees.
What is community service?
Community Service is volunteer work that benefits the community. Examples: visiting the elderly Habitat for Humanity
Why do employers consider community service important?
It demonstrates the volunteer has good character and commitment.
What is body language?
Body language is gestures, posture, and eye-contact one uses to express oneself.
Students under the age of 18 years old must have_______ to have a job.
Students under the age of 18 must have a work permit in order to have a job.
Students under the age of 18 may work NO MORE THAN ______ hours on a school day
Students under the age of 18 may work NO MORE than 4 hours on a school day
______ credits are required to graduate from a Georgia high school
23 credits required for HS graduation in GA.
What are some stress- relieving strategies?
1. Healthy lifestyle 2. Time Management 3. Change or accept the situation
What are some examples of post-secondary education?
Two year college Four year college Technical College Military On-Line Courses On-The-Job Training
Define: compromise
Compromise is to give up something to settle a disagreement
What three classes must high school students earn 4 credits in to graduate ?
English Mathematics Science
80% of ALL people lose their job due to what?
Poor work ethics
What are some good resources that help you reach your educational and career goals?
Mentors Civic organizations Corporations
What is a self-assessment?
A self-assessment is when you evaluate yourself on your performance in a job, in school, or at home.
Effective communication skills on a job, at school, or at home means that you are always encouraging and supporting your co- workers or teammates
A resume should always be accompanied by a _______
Cover Letter
If you are paid the same amount of money per week, month or year, regardless of the hours you work- you are paid by ___________?
A Salary
What are three scholarships and grants available to Georgia students?
HOPE Grant HOPE Scholarship Zell Miller Scholarship
The dollar value of the grants/scholarships have the Zell Miller awarding the most $, then HOPE Scholarship, and then the HOPE grant.