Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western ChapterChapter Career Planning and Development Career Opportunities Planning Your Career Applying for Employment Securing a Job 9

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 2 Key Terms Career A goal for work that is fulfilled through an occupations or series of occupations. Career Planning Process of studying careers, assessing yourself & making a career decision

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 3 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Step 1: Step 1: Personal Assessment Determine interests and values Identify talents and abilities Step 2: Step 2: Employment Market Analysis Geographic influences Business and economic trends

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 4 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Step 3: Step 3: Application Process Application form Resume and cover letter Step 4: Step 4: Interview Process Prepare for interview Follow-up activities (continued)

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 5 THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS Step 5: Step 5: Employment Acceptance Salary and financial factors Organizational environment Step 6: Step 6: Career Development and Advancement Practice career success behaviors Develop strong work relationships (continued)

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 6 GROWTH CAREER AREAS Geographic influences Mobility – willingness & ability to move to where the job is located. Economic and industry trends Data CrunchingCounseling & therapy Scientific ResearchComputer engineering VetsManagement

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 7 Step 1: Personal Assessment Interests Values Things that are important to you Talent Natural, inborn aptitude to do certain tasks Ability Being able to perform a mental or physical task

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 8 EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Work-study programs Part-time employment Volunteer activities School activities Step 1: Personal Assessment

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 9 1. SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBS The media Personal contacts Business contacts Career fairs Employment agencies Step 2: Employment Market

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide CAREER INFORMATION SOURCES Print and media sources Online sources Informational interviews Planned discussion with a worker in that field Career fairs – get an internship Personal contacts Business contacts Networking Knocking on doors/calling Step 2: Employment Market

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 11 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?

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 12 A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 1.Personal data sheet Summary of your job-related info 2.Application form From employer Asks for job info Becomes a permanent record NEVER lie Step 3: Application Process

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 13 A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 3.Resume Personal info – name, address, phone, Career objective Education – most current first Experience Career-related honors & other activities NO ERRORS – EASY TO READ – ONE PAGE Step 3: Application Process

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 14 A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 4.Career portfolio Tangible evidence of your ability & skills May include: Resume Sample reports Presentations Website designs Ads you have created Step 3: Application Process

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide Cover letter A.Introduction I.Brief II.Get their attention III.Reason for the letter B.Development I.Highlights YOU II.Pick the top two items from your resume C.Conclusion I.Ask for the job and/or interview Targeted letter Every letter you write is unique Step 3: Application Process

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 16 ACTION VERBS FOR RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS AccomplishedDirectedOrganized AchievedEditedPlanned AdministeredFacilitatedProduced CoordinatedImplementedResearched CreatedInitiatedSupervised DesignedManagedTrained DevelopedMonitoredUpdated

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 17 B. ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS 1.Online applications a.Keep font simple – no bold/italics etc. b.Try not to use tab key c.Attach only PDF files 2.Cyber interviewing a.Practice b.Speak slowly Step 3: Application Process

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 18 Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS 1. Before you interview a.Plan your questions b.Sample questions ~ What training opportunities are available to employees? ~What qualities do your most successful employees possess? ~What new opportunities is your company considering in the next few years? c.Remember…. ~Be on time ~Go alone ~Dress Properly (one level above job you want)

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide During the interview ~Answer each question completely ~Avoid talking too much ~Make good eye contact ~Stay calm ~Thank the interviewer Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 20 COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 2. During the interview – con’t A.Education and Training i.What qualifies you for this job? ii.Why are you interested in this company? iii.What activities have helped you to expand your interests and knowledge? B.Work and Other Experience i.In what situations have you done your best work? ii.Describe the supervisors who motivated you most. iii.Which past accomplishments are you most proud of? iv.Describe people with whom you find it difficult to work? Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 21 COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 2. During the interview con’t C. Personal Qualities a.What are your major strengths and weaknesses? b.What have you done to overcome these? c.What do you plan to be doing five or ten years from now? d.Which individuals have had the greatest influence on you? (continued) Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide After the Interview A.Send a follow-up letter B.Evaluate your interview performance C.Be patient Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 23 JOB OFFER COMPARISON Salary and financial factors Benefits, job location, advancement options Organizational environment Leadership style, dress code Step 5 Employment Acceptance

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 24 ON THE JOB RELATIONSHIPS 1. Job success strategies a.Ask questions b.Avoid complaining c.Honor the time for breaks d.Consider your appearance e.Be on time f.Be friendly with everyone g.Show you are dependable h.Follow the rules 2.Find a mentor An experienced employee who serves as a counselor to a less experienced person Step 6 Career Development

Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western Chapter 9 Slide 25 ON THE JOB RELATIONSHIPS 3. Leaving a Job a.Give notice i.Letter ii.Date b.Complete current projects c.Participate in exit interview d.Thank coworkers Step 6 Career Development