Career Planning and Development

Intro to Business, 7eIntro to Business, 7e

© 2009 South-Western, Cengage Learning SLIDE 1

CHAPTER 9

9-19-1 Career Opportunities

9-29-2 Planning Your Career

9-39-3 Applying for Employment

9-49-4 Securing a Job

Career Planning and Development



Career OpportunitiesCareer Opportunities

GoalsDescribe the steps in the career planning

process. Identify the main sources of career

information.Discuss career fields with the most growth

potential.

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Key TermsKey Terms

careerinformational interviewmobility



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CAREER PLANNINGCAREER PLANNING

Your study of careersCareer training



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THE CAREER THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESSPLANNING PROCESS

Step 1:Step 1: Personal AssessmentDetermine interests and values Identify talents and abilities

Step 2:Step 2: Employment Market AnalysisGeographic influencesBusiness and economic trends



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Step 3:Step 3: Application ProcessApplication formResume and cover letter

Step 4:Step 4: Interview ProcessPrepare for interviewFollow-up activities

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Step 5:Step 5: Employment AcceptanceSalary and financial factorsOrganizational environment

Step 6:Step 6: Career Development and AdvancementPractice career success behaviorsDevelop strong work relationships

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List the steps in the career planning process.

AnswerThe steps in the career planning process are personal

assessment, employment market analysis, application process, interview process, employment acceptance, and career development and advancement.

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CAREER INFORMATION CAREER INFORMATION SOURCESSOURCES

Print and media sourcesOnline sourcesInformational interviewsBusiness contacts



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SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR AN SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR AN INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWINFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW

How did you get your current job? In what ways do you find your work most satisfying?

What are your main frustrations?What tasks and activities are required in your work?What are the most important qualifications for

working in this field?What advice would you give a young person who is

thinking about this type of work?



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What are the main sources of career information?

AnswerPrint, media, and online sources, informational interviews,

and business contacts are the main sources of career information.




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GROWTH CAREER AREASGROWTH CAREER AREAS

Geographic influencesEconomic and industry trends



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What factors affect the career areas that will be in demand in the future?

AnswerFuture employment opportunities are influenced by

geography and economic trends. Consumer demand, changing demographics, and new

technology all affect employment trends.




Planning Your CareerPlanning Your Career

GoalsDescribe factors of a personal assessment for

career planning.Discuss methods for obtaining career

experience. Identify information sources for available jobs.

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Key TermsKey Terms

valuestalentability



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PERSONAL ASSESSMENTPERSONAL ASSESSMENT

InterestsValuesTalents and abilities



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What is the difference between an interest and a talent?

AnswerOne might have several areas of interest; talents, however,

are inborn abilities that can assist in narrowing career interests.




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EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE

Work-study programsPart-time employmentVolunteer activitiesSchool activities



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What are methods for obtaining employment experience?

AnswerWork-study programs, part- time employment, volunteering,

and school activities are each ways of gaining work experience.




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SOURCES SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBSOF AVAILABLE JOBS

The mediaPersonal contactsBusiness contactsCareer fairsGovernment employment offices



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What are the main sources of information about available jobs?

AnswerBusiness and personal contacts are the main sources of

employment information. Others include newspapers and other publications, career

fairs, employment agencies, and online sources.




Applying for EmploymentApplying for Employment

GoalsPrepare an application form and a resume. Identify the parts of an application cover letter.Discuss the online application process.

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Key TermsKey Terms

application formresumecareer portfoliocover letter



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APPLICATION ACTIVITIESAPPLICATION ACTIVITIES

Personal data sheetApplication formResumeCareer portfolio



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RESUMERESUME

Personal informationCareer objectiveEducationExperienceCareer-related honors and other

activities



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CAREER PORTFOLIOCAREER PORTFOLIO

Resume, cover letter, and answers to sample interview questions

Sample reports, presentation materials, and research findings from school projects

Web site designs, creative works from school activities or previous employment such as ads, packages, and promotions

News articles of community activities or other experiences in which you have participated

Letters of recommendation



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Action Verbs for Resumes and Cover LettersAction Verbs for Resumes and Cover Letters



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What are the main sections of a resume?

AnswerThe typical resume includes personal information, career

objective, education, experience, career-related honors, and other activities.




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APPLICATION COVER APPLICATION COVER LETTERLETTER

IntroductionDevelopmentConclusionTargeted letter



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What is the purpose of a cover letter?

AnswerThe cover letter is used to express interest in a company and

to invite interest in your resume. Its ultimate goal is to solicit an interview.




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ONLINE APPLICATION ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESSPROCESS

Online applicationsCyber interviewing



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How is the Internet used in the job application process?

Answer Job seekers may learn job seeking skills, post resumes, learn

more about a company, and apply for jobs online.Employers may post positions, review resumes, and perform

screening interviews online.




Securing a JobSecuring a Job

GoalsDescribe activities involved in the interview

process.Compare factors to consider when accepting a

job offer. Identify attitudes and actions for success on

the job.

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Key TermsKey Terms

employment interviewmentorexit interview



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THE INTERVIEW PROCESSTHE INTERVIEW PROCESS

Before the interviewDuring the interviewAfter the interview



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BEFORE YOU INTERVIEWBEFORE YOU INTERVIEW

Plan your questionsThings to remember

Be on time for the appointment.Go alone to the interview.Dress properly



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DURING THE INTERVIEWDURING THE INTERVIEW

Answer each question completelyAvoid talking too muchMake good eye contactStay calmThank the interviewer



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COMMON INTERVIEW COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONSQUESTIONS

Education and Training What qualifies you for this job? Why are you interested in this company? What activities have helped you to expand your

interests and knowledge?



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Work and Other Experience In what situations have you done your best work? Describe the supervisors who motivated you most. Which of your past accomplishments are you most

proud of? Describe people with whom you have found it

difficult to work?

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Personal Qualities What are your major strengths and weaknesses? What have you done to overcome these? What do you plan to be doing five or ten years

from now? Which individuals have had the greatest influence

on you?

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AFTER THE INTERVIEWAFTER THE INTERVIEW

Send a follow-up letterEvaluate your interview performanceBe patient



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What actions should be taken when preparing for an employment interview?

AnswerAn applicant should gather information about the

organization, prepare questions, prepare answers to anticipated questions, arrive on time, and dress appropriately.




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JOB OFFERSJOB OFFERS

Salary and financial factorsOrganizational environment



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What factors should a person consider when accepting a job?

Answer In addition to salary, one should consider what types of

benefits are offered, what kind of work environment is involved, and what opportunities for training and advancement exist.




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ON THE JOB BEHAVIORON THE JOB BEHAVIOR

Positive attitudePositive image



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JOB SUCCESS STRATEGIESJOB SUCCESS STRATEGIES

Ask questionsAvoid complainingHonor the time for breaksConsider your appearanceBe on timeBe friendly with everyoneShow you are dependableFollow the rules



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MENTORMENTOR

A mentor is an experienced employee who serves as a counselor to a person with less experience.



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LEAVING A JOBLEAVING A JOB

Give noticeLetterDate

Complete current projectsParticipate in exit interviewThank coworkers



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How does a mentor assist less experienced employees?

AnswerA mentor can provide insight into how to find opportunities

for promotion. He or she will have an understanding of the current demands

within your company or chosen field.


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