CAREER MANAGEMENTCAREER MANAGEMENT

Presented by:Nur Munyati Mustapa2008590701

04/18/232

CAREER MANAGEMENT OVERVIEWCAREER MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW

Career Management

Career Planning And Development

Getting a Job

Dressing & Grooming

Career Planning Model Career Planning Model Step 1. Self-assessmentStep 2. Career preferences and explorationStep 3. Set career objectivesStep 4. Develop planStep 5. Control

Step 1. Self-assessmentStep 2. Career preferences and explorationStep 3. Set career objectivesStep 4. Develop planStep 5. Control

CAREER MANAGEMENT CAREER MANAGEMENT You must take the responsibility for managing your careerBefore planning your career, you must consider your career stage

– As people get older, they have different career stage needs

Career Planning

The process of:

–setting career objectives–determining how to

accomplish them

Career Development

The process of

- gaining skill,

- experience, and education to achieve career objectives

Career Stages Career Stages

The 20s The time when managers are just getting startedThe challenge is to prove that you have what it takes to get the job done well – and on time

The 30s The time when managers develop an expertise and show their strength as bossesThey try to gain visibility with top management

The 40s and 50s Most managers have weathered a failure or two and know whether or not they have a shot at higher-management jobs

The 60s and 70s People begin to prepare for retirementThey can pass along what they have learned and provide continuity

1. Develop a1. Develop acareer plancareer plan

2. Develop a2. Develop arésumé andrésumé andcover lettercover letter

3. Conduct3. Conductresearchresearch

4. Prepare for the4. Prepare for theinterviewinterview

Tips to Help You Get Ahead Tips to Help You Get Ahead

Be a top performer at your present job

Finish assignments earlyVolunteer for extra

assignmentsKeep up with the latest

technologyDevelop good human

relations with the important people in the organization

Know when to approach your boss

Be politeNever say anything

negative about anyoneBe approachableMake effective

presentations

First Impressions First Impressions You have only one chance to make a good

first impression.Your appearance tells others how you feel

about yourself, which can define how they treat you.

Your corporate ladder climb will be easier if you look like you belong there.

First Impression Test – WomenFirst Impression Test – WomenWho would you hire?Who would you hire?

First Impression Test – MenFirst Impression Test – MenWho would you hire?Who would you hire?

What influenced you?What influenced you?

Apparent level of sophisticationColor of tie, shoes, dressWell-groomed appearanceConservative appearanceOverall attractivenessNon-verbal signalsApparent level of self-confidence

DRESSING APPROPRIATELY DRESSING APPROPRIATELY INDICATES:INDICATES:

YOUR CONCERN FOR THE WORKPLACE YOUR CONCERN FOR YOUR GROWTH PROFESSIONALLY YOUR CONCERN FOR YOUR STANDING IN THE WORKPLACE

TYPES OF BUSINESS ATTIRE

• Choices for Business Professional Dress• Choices for Business Casual Dress• Items to Avoid

Business ProfessionalBusiness Professional

Business CasualBusiness Casual

Business Professional

Business Casual

ITEMS TO AVOID – WOMEN

ITEMS TO AVOID – MEN

What do your clothes say about What do your clothes say about you? you? Your appearance plays a supporting role in the

interview process. Your appearance can convey strong feelings of

trust to a prospective employer. Your appearance can convey a sense of self-

confidence, dependability and professionalism. Your appearance can determine how people you

meet will react to you.

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -Colors That WorkColors That Work

Dark to medium range bluesNavy Blue – respected by all socio-

economic levelsGrayCamel/BeigeBlackDark BrownBurgundyRust

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -Colors to AvoidColors to Avoid

Women– Most pastels, especially pale yellow– Bright orange

Men and Women– Most shades of green– Mustard – bad, bad, bad

Dark Colors make you seem more powerful; only use when you need control.

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -The SuitThe Suit

Two-piece matched suitKnee-length skirt for womenTailored and pressed pants for men and

womenTailored, long-sleeve shirt or blouseMinimal jewelry, cologne and makeupLeather lace-up shoes for men; closed-toe

pumps for women

First Impression Guidelines First Impression Guidelines -- Hair – clean and neat

Details – no missing buttons, lint or tagsHands – clean, manicured fingernailsFit – clean, pressed and proper fitSmell – little or no cologne; no cigarette odorBreath – fresh, clean breath; use a breath mint

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -AccessoriesAccessories

Shoes – never lighter than the hem of your skirt or pants

Belts – classic, quality leatherBags and briefcases – small, dark-colored

leather briefcaseJewelry – minimal; business watch,

nothing flashyScarves and ties – silk

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -The Ten DecisionsThe Ten Decisions

Social Position Economic Level Educational Level Trustworthiness Moral Character Level of Sophistication Success – previous and current Social Heritage Economic Heritage Educational Heritage

First Impression Guidelines -First Impression Guidelines -Research Research

Learn the corporate culture before you interview.

Dress appropriately for the position that you are applying. You convey respect to the person you are meeting.

Define your audience – clients, management, colleagues, staff; fit perceived image for the position.

Remember!Remember!

You only have one chance to You only have one chance to make a first impression. make a first impression.

Dress for success and you’ll Dress for success and you’ll look like you belong at the top! look like you belong at the top!