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1. Career Planning

   Using: Kuder Navigator and/or Occupational Outlook
2. WHY explore careers? Active participation Helps become aware of planning process Understanding work environments Exposing you to careers you may not have considered Discover post-high school education and training
3. Self Assessment Self Assessment Know your strengths, weaknesses, interests Values Hard working, trustworthy, punctual, dependable Set Goals Specific goals, method of achievement
4. Clusters vs. Pathways Business Management & Administration Administrative Support General Management Business Information Management Human Resources Management Finance Banking Insurance Accounting
5. My Career ChoicesOccupational Outlook Handbook
6. #1C/T Teacher_What They Do: Help HS students develop career-related technical skills Plan lessons Develop relationships with businesses to ensure students acquire skills employers are seeking Develop & manage classroom environment
7. C/T Teacher_Work Environment: School hours 8:00 – 3:00 Grade assignments after hours Collaborate with other teachers May meet before or after school with parents or students
8. C/T Teacher_Job Outlook: 1% growth rate to 2020 Little to no change in job outlook Very few openings in the field (retirees) Enrollment likely to slow down as children of baby boomers leave the school system Rapidly growing states South & West will likely see greater student enrollments
9. C/T Teacher_Character Traits: Knowledgeable but Constantly Learning High expectations Patience Creates independence Humor Flexible Diverse / uncomforming Communicator
10. #2HR Specialist_What They Do: Consult with employers about employee needs Recruit, Screen, Place workers Conduct training for new workers Training sessions on new policies Handle employee relations Inform about employee benefits Keep employment records
11. HR Specialist_Work Environment: Office Setting Job placement centers On site training centers Travel to conduct job fairs Set up at college career days Travel to consult other companies
12. HR Specialist_Job Outlook: 20% growth rate expected by 2020 Job Outlook depends on size of industry As baby boomers leave the workforce (retire), increase in hiring may occur for certain fields Employment rate expected to increase through use of placement agencies
13. HR Specialist_Character Traits: Decision-making skills Detail oriented Interpersonal Skills Listening Skills Speaking Skills Flexible
14. Court Reporter_What They Do: Attend events that require written transcripts Record spoken dialogue with specialized equipment, such as covered microphones Report gestures and actions Review notes for names of speakers and technical terminology Prepare transcripts for the record Edit transcripts for typographical errors Provide copies of transcripts and recordings to the courts, counsels, and parties involved
15. Court Reporter_Work Environment: Local/State Government Settings Courtrooms Legislatures Freelance reporters for trial depositions In-home captioning
16. Court Reporter_Job Outlook Expected to grow by 14% by 2020 Increasingly needed for closed captioning Growth of elderly population will increase the demand Growth may be negatively affected by use of digital audio recording technology
17. Court Reporter_Character Traits: Detail oriented Concentration skills Listening Skills Speaking Skills Writing Skills Professionalism
18. Filling Out a Job Application
19. Job Application Be Prepared Know something about the company Know something about the job title Follow Directions Read everything carefully Be Truthful Never lie on a job application Felony/Misdemeanor/Fired/Quit w/o notice **examples, next slide**
20. Reasons for Leaving or Charges Don’t sound whiney Was being treated unfairly Boss stayed on my butt all the time Required me to lift more than I could handle NEVER “bash” your supervisor; instead, use these examples: Conflict with new management style Personality conflict with another employee your boss is another employee  Change in hours Downsizing Fired - Will Discuss
21. Job Application_cont’d Be Thorough Do NOT leave spaces blank N/A (for areas that do Not Apply to you) Use VOLUNTEER experiences Neat / Proper Grammar Legible (can’t read it --- TRASH!) Spelling Errors (TRASH Accurate Information Contact Info, Dates wrong info can seem sketchy!
22. When you have thoroughly filled out the application … Ask to SPEAK to the manager Introduce yourself Offer a handshake Tell him/her a little about yourself Ask for an interview “My name is ***. I am a Sophomore at ?School. I would appreciate an interview so that I could tell you more about my qualifications”
23. List Specific Job Duties Cashier Greet Customers, Manage Cash Drawer, Maintain the Restaurant Environment Past Tense!! “Greeted”, “Managed” Babysitter Monitor children’s behavior, plan activities & games, feed them, Put them to bed Volunteer (church or organization) Run copies for office staff, run errands for office staff, answer the phone, take messages

24. Simple Resume

    You never get a secondchance to make a FIRST impression!!!
25. Categories to Include: Objective Education Experience None? Use the “functional” style (attached) Honors/Achievements References
26. Objective DEFINE “who” you are but not by name Good SOLID statement Know what position you are seeking Objective should change as you seek different employment opportunities Examples: Utilize my employability skills as a Cashier at Burger King To obtain a position that will enable me to use my technical skills in an office setting
27. Education List ALL educational experiences Include Career Tech program(s) List your GPA only if it is a B or higher. Accurate school addresses
28. Experience List most recent/current job first, previous Give specific job titles & descriptions Cashier: managed cash drawer Hostess: greeted & promptly seated customers Sales Associate: Promoted sales, informed customers about merchandise Give accurate employment dates Be able to EXPLAIN gaps in work history
29. Experience _ “Functional” style Technical Skills: actual skills you can do well word processing, spreadsheet, email, internet, graphics software Leadership Skills: demonstrate being a leader team captain for Marketing project Tutor Volunteer Service: job leads, performance skills Membership: active participant
30. Achievements/Honors Start NOW to set goals for yourself YOU are responsible for your future List only CURRENT achievements No more than 3 years past
31. References ALWAYS include them NEVER list family OR friends People who can give a GOOD recommendation Make sure contact info is complete Make sure contact info is accurate
32. Interview Tips
33. 3 Interview Tips Preparation KNOW the industry & what the job requires Be aware of your qualifications Practice beforehand FIRST Impression Get a good night’s sleep Good hygiene is a MUST Proper attire for the Interview style casual, business-casual, business Arrive on time!!! “If you are on time, you’re late; if you’re early, you’re on time” Check in, sit patiently, turn off electronic devices
34. Interview Tips_cont’d Follow up Personal contact Thank you note Email Summarize your conversation and re-emphasize your skills
35. During the Interview_Do’s: Offer firm handshake upon entering Sit only after being asked to Speak slowly, clearly, & positively Be aware of your body language Avoid nervous gestures (tapping pen, bouncing foot) Use good eye contact Understand what is required of you for the job Know reasons for entering your profession ASK sensible questions THANK the interviewer for their time
36. During the Interview_Don’t: Demonstrate poor body language nervous gestures (tapping pen, bouncing foot) chewing gum Interrupt the interviewer while speaking Criticize former employers Over emphasize your qualifications Become emotional Talk about personal, domestic, financial issues Make salary the main topic of discussion
37. What DO Employers Want????
38. Employers want Employees who …. WANT to work are DEPENDABLE are GOOD at their jobs demonstrate self-MOTIVATION have a good ATTITUDE demonstrate POSITIVE representation are TEAM players