Chapter 3 Picture Yourself in the Workplace Chapter

Chapter 3 Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Chapter Goal • Continue the search for a good career and job match by: – Assessing what you want from an employer – Exploring what different employers have to offer employees Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Chapter Outcomes 1. Recognize differences in workplaces cultures. 2. Explore career fields and workplace possibilities. Picture Yourself in the Workplace

1. Workplace Cultures • Recognize the differences between employers: – Lifestyle differences – On the job preferences – Culture of company and match to your culture – Company/employee relationship – Workplace behavior and conduct Picture Yourself in the Workplace

1. Workplace Cultures • Lifestyle differences: What are you looking for? – Advancement or status quo? – Travel or close to home? – 8 to 5 or overtime or part time? – Health insurance? Training and development? • On the job preferences: Beyond pay and a nice manager, what do you need to perform well? – Independent or team work? – Procedures or flexibility? – Big projects or quick results? Picture Yourself in the Workplace

1. Workplace Cultures Match culture of company to your cultural preferences • Company – Size – Headquarters location – Diversity of employees – The mission, values and purpose • You – Big fish in a small pond or little fish in a big pond? – Exposure to other regions or international? – What is the impact on you of a diverse workforce? – What is your life purpose or mission statement? Picture Yourself in the Workplace

1. Workplace Cultures Company/employee relationship • Common company needs: – Operate their business – Produce high-quality products or services – Meet the needs of customers – Help make a profit • Common employee needs: – Paid for work – Safe, healthy work environment – Provided tools and equipment to do the job – Immediate manager or supervisor who is good to me Picture Yourself in the Workplace

1. Workplace Cultures • Workplace Behavior and Conduct It works in both directions – Courtesy – Productivity – Health, safety, and security – Ethical expectations Picture Yourself in the Workplace

2. Explore Career Fields, Work Possibilities • In-demand industries and occupations • Online resources for in-demand careers • Hidden careers Picture Yourself in the Workplace

2. Explore Career Fields, Work Possibilities • In-Demand Industries and Occupations – What is “in demand”? • Growing number of jobs • More jobs than qualified people – In-demand predictions: • Medical fields • Services • Computer and technology work Picture Yourself in the Workplace

2. Explore Career Fields, Work Possibilities • Online Resources for In-Demand Careers – See Career. One. Stop. – See BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. – See local/state and industry websites. – Look at job postings and articles about recruiting. Picture Yourself in the Workplace

2. Explore Career Fields, Work Possibilities • Hidden Careers – Jobs that are never posted – Niche jobs; jobs in unexpected places – Use your Career Network to find both types (more in Chapter 6) Picture Yourself in the Workplace

2. Explore Career Fields, Work Possibilities Figure 3 -1 Common and Possible Job Environments Education Nursing Most Common Job Possible Job Environments Hospitals, medical Clinics at schools and industrial offices settings, health care research, medical insurance Construction Residential and commercial construction, remodeling Set building for movies and theaters, specialty shipping container construction, building maintenance supervisor, industry in-house construction team Historian Librarian, corporate archivist, researcher, media fact checker, publications reviewer or writer School teacher, museum Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Real World Scenarios composite stories from real people • Carol – First in family to graduate beyond high school – Looking for company to support her life dreams – Needs flexibility to manage outside commitments – Wants mentorship and additional education – Offers persistent personality and is hard working – What company programs and cultural traits do you feel support your personal values? Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Real World Scenarios composite stories from real people • John – Chose welding; he likes to work with his hands – BSL Occupational Outlook Handbook says welding jobs are growing but more in demand in different regions – Will seek job locally but consider moving – Have you looked at the projections for your field? What factors influence the ability to find a job easily and successfully in your field? Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Caution: Be Careful with Sensitive Information • Never share passwords. • Follow all company security rules. • Care for equipment as if you owned it. Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Make It a Habit • Expand Your Perspective – The world of work is continually changing: • Based on economics, politics, and societal changes • On global and local level – An expanded perspective yields more opportunities – To expand your perspective continually: • Focus on what you can do, not what you can’t do • Question your understanding of your field and what you learned in the past • Check your assumptions against latest facts and data Picture Yourself in the Workplace

You, Online • Social Profiles: It’s a Two-Way Street – You can search companies online. – Companies and recruiters search applicants online: • Google yourself. What will they see? • Clean up Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: – Remove references to inappropriate behavior. – Demonstrate ethical attitudes. Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Why Teams Work • Teamwork Is Important Is Most Workplaces – What teamwork looks like: • • • Collaboration Communication Sharing strengths and resources Better decisions and solutions Quality Picture Yourself in the Workplace

Think About It • “Picture yourself on the job. . . every day. Most jobs are one part wonderful and two parts drudgery. That’s why they call it WORK. ” • “When you can envision a real day-to-day workplace, and see yourself smiling in that future, then you have a goal. That is the job you want to find. ” • “As human beings, we seek varying levels of status, certainty, autonomy, relatedness, and fairness. Seek a job that can provide these at a level you find satisfying. ” Picture Yourself in the Workplace

YOUR Job Search Journey I can make it happen. Picture Yourself in the Workplace