1. Finding a Job Consumer Economics

2. Overview  Finding a job within your chosen career is one of the most important life choices you will make.  You are already laying the groundwork for you career.  High School Education  College Education  Career/job  Your salary, and therefore your standard of living, depend on you finding the right job!

3. How do I know what I want to do?  Think about what you are interested in and passionate about…  What are your values?  Making money vs. doing something you love  What are you good at? (aptitudes  skills)  Take a career interest survey  Talk to adults about their careers (+ and -)  Explore majors in college….you can change!

4. Education Matters!

5. It really does!!!

6. Searching for Jobs  You graduated college with a Bachelors degree (congratulations)….where’s my job???  Step 1: Develop a resume  Highlight your education and experience  Sell yourself!  You may also have to fill out other paperwork  Step 2: Search for job openings  Old skool: Newspapers, door-to-door, word of mouth/ know somebody  New skool: Internet based, monster.com, idealist.org, company websites, university/ college

7. Searching for Jobs (cont.)  Step 3: The Interview  Anticipate questions in advance  Explain your resume and experiences  Why are you a good fit for this company?  Show up on time, speak clearly, dress professionally  Say thank you and follow up within a week!  Step 4: Accept the job!  Make sure your standards are met regarding pay and benefits….but also remember that gaining work experience is more important than anything!