Workplace Skills Module 3 Career & Education Planning Course

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matter to what lies within us” Ralph Waldo Emerson, Philosopher and Writer

Define a Workplace Skill Professional aptitude and “know-how” needed to perform a job or business process.

Personal qualities and skills needed in the workforce Self Awareness-interests, abilities, values, skills Career awareness- knowing what career opportunities exists Career decision making skills Team-workingProblem-solving Presentation skills Ability to learn new ways of doing things Job search skills including resume writing, preparing job applications and interviewing

Personal Qualities are Important Dependability-report to work Punctuality-on time Responsibility-follow through Integrity-keep your word Compatible-get along with others

Interpersonal Skills Active listening skills- Conflict resolution Setting Goals within a group- Recognizing strengths in others- Understanding others perspectives Providing constructive feedback

Employability Skills Self Management- able to plan, organize and take independent action Show initiative to accomplish goals Ability to work as a member of a team Time Management Career Management skills

Attitude Counts! Pride-self dignity Passion-intense enthusiasm Belief-in your abilities “If we all did things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.” Thomas Edison, Inventor