1. Key Terms Section 4.1 Is it better to accept a job that is offered than to hold out for the one you want? Does success in a career depend mostly on luck or knowing the right people? *Personal Interest *Aptitude *Skill *Transferable Skill *Personality Questions to think about! Topic: CareersEQ: What values, aptitudes and personality traits do you have that will help you choose your career goals?

2. Section 4.1 Life and Work Values – ◦ are your principles, the standards by which you live. ◦ Values change as you learn and grow. Income and wealth Security Independence Physical Work Recognition Creativity Personal growth Family Community Location

3. Common Aptitudes Verbal Numerical Spatial Manual Physical Coordination Section 4.1 Careers in writing, editing or teaching Careers in science, math, finance or accounting Careers in graphic arts, design or architecture Careers in building trades such as carpentry, plumbing or repair jobs Careers in sports training, coaching or physical education

4. Personalities Realistic Investigative Creative Social Enterprising Section 4.1 Like to know what is really going on…business careers Like to know why things happen…scienc e careers Like to be involved in FREE, unrestricted activities…art, music, design careers Like to work with other people…sales, teaching, health care careers Like to lead or direct…management, political or own your own business careers

5. Class Activity I Divide a sheet of paper lengthwise. In the left column, write a list of 30 activities you do in a week, such as mow the lawn or play games on the computer. In the right column, write next to each activity whether you think it is work or play.

6. Class Activity I Continued On the Back Look at all of your activities that have “play” next to them. ◦ Highlight or circle the play activities. Look at common aptitudes and personalities from notes. Give a brief description of what aptitudes and personalities you fall under using those “play” activities.

7. Key Terms Section 4.2 & 4.3 What steps can you make to identify job openings in our community? Why do you think Ms. Regas are so happy with their career? *Job *Career *Resume *Cover Letter *Reference Question to think about! Topic: CareersEQ: What steps need to be taken in order to gain employment?

8. Section 4.2 & 4.3 Occupational Outlook Handbook ◦ Identify general fields of interest Occupational Information Network ◦ Database of job characteristics, skills, and knowledge that are required Occupational Outlook Quarterly and Monthly Labor Review Occupational Outlook Quarterly and Monthly Labor Review ◦ Working conditions Where to look

9. Class Activity II ◦ Resume Writing ◦ Cover Letter Writing Page 137 & 138 of text book!

10. Key Terms Section 4.4 & 4.5 Why should you give notice even when you quit a job you do not like? Why should workers always try to fit in and try to do their best when they start new jobs? *Interview *Downsizing *Severance Pay *Notice Questions to think about! Topic: CareersEQ: Describe how you should prepare for an interview.

11. Section 4.4 & 4.5 Be a Part of the Team ◦ Help others ◦ Dressing and acting appropriately ◦ Treat others with respect Take Direction ◦ Ask for help when you need it ◦ Always arrive at work on time ◦ Be enthusiastic and honest A Job Well Done “How may I help you?” vs. “Whatdayawant?”

12. Class Activity II ◦ Resume Writing ◦ Cover Letter Writing Page 137 & 138 of text book! Cover Letter Ms. Regas Oswego East High School 1525 Harvey Road Oswego, IL 60543 BIG candy bar for winner!!!!!

13. Careers - Class Activity III Life-Smart Project ◦ Career exploration page 3 Career exploration page 3 Grading for Resume and Cover Letter You can correct all errors for FULL CREDIT Look for capitalization, spelling, formatting errors. Effort: Well-written