CAREER EXPLORATION CAREER UNIT Career The work you

CAREER EXPLORATION

CAREER UNIT Career The work you will do over a period of years.

CAREER CLUSTERS

CAREER EXPLORATION 1. Complete the Career View Project 2. Take the Career Interest & Values Survey https: //www. vawizard. org/wizard/careers. Assess

RESUMES

RESUME ØResume – A formal document designed to provide a detailed summary of an applicant’s work experience, education and skills. Chronological – Reverse Order list of work experience Functional – Highlight Skills & Abilities 6

RESUME – A GOOD RESUME REPRESENTS YOU WELL Remember to be: ØTruthful - State your skills and abilities accurately ØBrief - Limit your resume to one page ØError-free- Proofread your resume and ask at least one other person to review it ØProfessional - Print your resume on high-quality paper using a quality printer – linen White or Off White ØReadable - Use an easy to read font, minimal boldface, avoid italics and underlining, and leave white space ØA good match - Use keywords that match words from the job posting or description

RESUME DO’S & DON’TS The Do's & Don’ts Think Like a Recruiter Powerful Words to Use

JOB REFERENCES ØReferences are people who will speak positively on your behalf about your skills, abilities, work history, and motivation ØMost employers will ask for three references, either when you apply, or at a job interview ØBe sure to speak with the individual you are using as a reference first so they know to expect a call or email

CREATE YOUR RESUME 1. Choose A Simple Resume Template 2. Create or Update Your current Resume 3. Upload via Google Docs or email to hvandyke@lcps. org

INTERVIEWS

INTERVIEW TIPS Bring a copy of your Resume. Be Passionate – Every employer believes that his or her company is unique and therefore wants to hire the best person for the job. Be enthusiastic about the position and the company. Be Prepared – Be able to identify keys skills that are required to fill the open position. Research the company. Be Honest – Don’t try to sugar coat things. End Strongly – sincerely express your interest in the position and ask what the next step will be. Ask for the Interviewer’s business card.

INTERVIEW TIPS - DO’S

INTERVIEW TIPS - DON’TS

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. What 3 adjectives describe you the best? (ie. Tell me about yourself) 2. What qualities do you think are necessary to make a success of this job? 3. Why should we hire you? 4. Why do you want to work here? 5. Identify 2 Strengths? Identify 1 Weakness? 6. How do you handle stress and pressure? 7. Do you have any questions for me?

QUESTIONS TO ASK DURING AN INTERVIEW 1. What are some of the responsibilities of this position? 2. What are the next steps of the interview process? 3. Who can I contact if I have further questions?

TO DO 1/11 & 1/16 IN CLASS RESUME WRITING 1. Choose A Simple Resume Template 2. Create or Update Your current Resume 3. Upload via Google Docs or email to hvandyke@lcps. org INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. What 3 adjectives describe you the best? (ie. Tell me about yourself) 2. What qualities do you think are necessary to make a success of this job? 3. Why should we hire you? 4. Why do you want to work here? 5. Identify 2 Strengths? Identify 1 Weakness? 6. How do you handle stress and pressure? 7. Do you have any questions for me?

CAREER VOCABULARY Task - (Synonyms – duty, chore, detail) A piece of work assigned to be done. Job A group of tasks you agree to perform for an employer. Occupation A group of jobs involving similar tasks. Career The work you will do over a period of years. Career = Job + Occupation

CAREER VOCABULARY Self-Concept: The way in which a person views his/her own self-worth and personal abilities. *This will not stay the same – it will change daily.

CAREER VOCABULARY Self-Esteem The confidence that one has in his/her abilities Dignity ØThe state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect – “A man of dignity and principle. ” ØA composed or serious manner or style ØA sense of pride in oneself

CAREER UNIT Vision + Energy = Success

VOCABULARY Attitude Two types of attitude: Positive & Negative Number 1 reason people are fired or do not get the job is because of attitude. You need to be a good team player and have a positive attitude.