Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt CAREER AND LIFE CHANGES Chapter 16

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt “Real success is finding your lifework in the work that you love.” David McCullough

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt OBJECTIVES Define the importance of continual formal learning and informal learning Explain the importance of training and development Know the various ways employment status can change Define the various types of workplace terminations Demonstrate how to write a letter of resignation Know the appropriate behavior to exhibit when leaving a position Understand the opportunities of becoming an entrepreneur

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Training: learning new skills Development: enhancing existing skills Be aware of key duties within other departments Increase your knowledge and understanding of the company mission and strategy

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt CONTINUAL LEARNING Continual learning: the ongoing process of increasing your knowledge in the area of your career Formal learning: returning to college to increase knowledge, improve skills, or receive an advance degree Informal learning: reading career-related magazines, newsletters, Internet research, or informational interviews

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt CHANGES IN EMPLOYMENT STATUS Natural to desire a job change Reasons for change include: –Acquired experience –Higher salary –Improved work hours –Increased responsibility, status, and power –A perceived decrease in stress –The need for a different boss or coworker

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt CHANGES IN EMPLOYMENT STATUS Changes in employment status include: – Promotions – Voluntary terminations – Involuntary terminations – Lateral transfers – Retirement

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt NEW JOB SEARCHES Inform others of your desire for a new job only if: –Increased education –Moving away –Mastery of job skills Secure a letter of recommendation Keep job search confidential if your desire for new job is not based on any of the above

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt JOB SEARCHES Conduct search during non-working hours Display grace and style Remain positive When asked about job search, keep explanation brief and simple –Not appropriate to share details about potential employers or status of job search

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt PROMOTIONS Promotion: moving to a position higher in the organization with increased responsibility Steps toward getting a promotion: –Begin behaving and dressing for the desired position –Secure copy of job description for desired job –Develop new skills –Watch and learn from others

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt PROMOTIONS When you are promoted: –You will receive: An increase in pay A new title New responsibilities –Thank former boss –Never gloat –Try not to reinvent the wheel –Ask for and accept help from others

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt VOLUNTARY TERMINATIONS Voluntary termination: leaving your job on your own Do not quit your job unless you have one waiting Be professional and do not burn bridges Letter of resignation: written notice of your voluntary termination –Two weeks’ notice –Typed –Provide final day –Be positive –Sign and date letter

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt February 1, 2012 Susie Supervisor ABC Company 123 Avenue 456 Anycity, USA RE: Notice of Resignation Dear Ms. Supervisor: While I have enjoyed working for ABC Company, I have been offered and have accepted a new position with another firm. Therefore, my last day of employment will be February 23, In the past two years, I have had the pleasure of learning new skills and of working with extremely talented individuals. I thank you for the opportunities you have provided me and wish everyone at ABC Company continued success. Sincerely, Jennie New-job Jennie New-Job 123 North Avenue Anycity, USA Sample Letter of Resignation

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt VOLUNTARY TERMINATIONS Do not behave or speak negatively Leave in a manner that makes the company want to rehire you Remain professional Turn in keys, name badge, company property Do not take or destroy company property Take only personal belongings Preserve confidentiality

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt VOLUNTARY TERMINATIONS Exit interview: when an employer meets with an employee who is voluntarily leaving a company to identify opportunities to improve the work environment –Questions regarding former position, boss, and work environment –Goal is to secure constructive input on how to improve company –Share opportunities for improvement –Do not get personal –Remain professional

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt INVOLUNTARY TERMINATIONS Involuntary termination: when you lose your job against your will Involuntary terminations include: –Firing: terminated for poor performance –Layoff: result of company financial issue –Restructuring: company change of strategy Work recall: employee is called back after being laid off

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt TALK IT OUT If you were to be laid off what are the first three things you would do and why?

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt OTHER MOVES WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION Lateral move: transferred to another area of company with the same pay and responsibilities Demotion: a decrease in job title, status, and pay Retirement: employee voluntarily leaves company and will no longer be working

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt ENTREPRENEURSHIP Entrepreneur: someone who assumes the risk of succeeding or failing in business through owning and operating a business Reasons people become entrepreneurs: –Would rather work for themselves –Want more control of work environment –Want more income –Have lost their jobs and are unable to find another

Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Pearson [imprint] Professionalism: Skills for Workplace Success, 2/e Lydia E. Anderson Sandra B. Bolt CAREER and LIFE CHANGES Do not change jobs too frequently Those with healthy careers rarely stay in one job Keep résumé updated Doing so keeps you motivated to: –Take on additional responsibilities –Increase knowledge, skills, and abilities –Be prepared for career opportunities