1. Workforce Thursdays
September 21st, 2017

2. What does it mean to work in America
Many jobs are broken down by industry
People often work in one type of industry most of their lives
Qualification is key to obtaining a good job
What makes you qualified for a job?

3. Industries Education Private Sector Nonprofit Healthcare Construction
Manufacturing
Food
Entertainment

4. Public vs. Private Sector
Institutions run by individuals or groups are in the private sector
The public sector is the part of the economy concerned with providing various governmental services.

5. Blue Collar vs. White Collar
Most jobs can be broken down into two categories – blue collar or white collar
Blue collar generally means working in manual labor
White collar generally means working in an office setting

6. Full Time vs. Part Time
Generally, if you work less than 30 hours, you are a part time employee
If you work more, you are a full time employee
Different shifts can pay more
Examples?

7. Where can you find jobs
There are numerous websites where you can find jobs
Important to note the qualifications setting

8. Resources online Indeed Idealist Career Builder Craigslist LinkedIn
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