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Chapter 9 Career Planning and Development 9 -1 9 -2 9 -3 9 -4 Career Opportunities Planning Your Career Applying for Employment Securing a Job Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Key Terms n Career A goal for work that is fulfilled through an occupations or series of occupations. n Career Planning Process of studying careers, assessing yourself & making a career decision Chapter 9 Slide 2 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS n Step 1: Personal Assessment n Determine interests and values n Identify talents and abilities n Step 2: Employment Market Analysis n Geographic influences n Business and economic trends Chapter 9 Slide 3 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

(continued) THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS n Step 3: Application Process n Application form n Resume and cover letter n Step 4: Interview Process n Prepare for interview n Follow-up activities Chapter 9 Slide 4 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

(continued) THE CAREER PLANNING PROCESS n Step 5: Employment Acceptance n Salary and financial factors n Organizational environment n Step 6: Career Development and Advancement n Practice career success behaviors n Develop strong work relationships Chapter 9 Slide 5 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

GROWTH CAREER AREAS n Geographic influences Mobility – willingness & ability to move to where the job is located. n Economic and industry trends Data Crunching Counseling & therapy Scientific Research Computer engineering Vets Management http: //money. usnews. com/money/careers/articles/2012/09/10/10 -businesses-that-will-boom-in-2020 Chapter 9 Slide 6 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 1: Personal Assessment n Interests n Values n Things that are important to you n Talent n Natural, inborn aptitude to do certain tasks n Ability n Being able to perform a mental or physical task Chapter 9 Slide 7 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 1: Personal Assessment EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE n Work-study programs n Part-time employment n Volunteer activities n School activities Chapter 9 Slide 8 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 2: Employment Market 1. SOURCES OF AVAILABLE JOBS n The media n Personal contacts n Business contacts n Career fairs n Employment agencies Chapter 9 Slide 9 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 2: Employment Market 2. CAREER INFORMATION SOURCES n Print and media sources n Online sources n Informational interviews Planned discussion with a worker in that field n Career fairs – get an internship n Personal contacts n Business contacts Networking n Knocking on doors/calling Chapter 9 Slide 10 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

SAMPLE QUESTIONS FOR AN INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW n How did you get your current job? n In what ways do you find your work most satisfying? What are your main frustrations? n What tasks and activities are required in your work? n What are the most important qualifications for working in this field? n What advice would you give a young person who is thinking about this type of work? Chapter 9 Slide 11 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 3: Application Process A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 1. Personal data sheet Summary of your job-related info 2. Application form From employer Asks for job info Becomes a permanent record NEVER lie Chapter 9 Slide 12 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 3: Application Process A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 3. Resume Personal info – name, address, phone, email Career objective Education – most current first Experience Career-related honors & other activities NO ERRORS – EASY TO READ – ONE PAGE Chapter 9 Slide 13 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 3: Application Process A. APPLICATION ACTIVITIES 4. Career portfolio Tangible evidence of your ability & skills May include: Resume Sample reports Presentations Website designs Ads you have created Chapter 9 Slide 14 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 3: Application Process 5. Cover letter A. Introduction I. Brief II. Get their attention III. Reason for the letter B. Development I. Highlights YOU II. Pick the top two items from your resume C. Conclusion I. Ask for the job and/or interview n Targeted letter Every letter you write is unique Chapter 9 Slide 15 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

ACTION VERBS FOR RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS Accomplished Directed Organized Achieved Edited Planned Administered Facilitated Produced Coordinated Implemented Researched Created Initiated Supervised Designed Managed Trained Developed Monitored Updated Chapter 9 Slide 16 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 3: Application Process B. ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Online applications a. Keep font simple – no bold/italics etc. b. Try not to use tab key c. Attach only PDF files 2. Cyber interviewing a. Practice b. Speak slowly Chapter 9 Slide 17 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS 1. Before you interview a. Plan your questions b. Sample questions ~What training opportunities are available to employees? ~What qualities do your most successful employees possess? ~What new opportunities is your company considering in the next few years? c. Remember…. ~Be on time ~Go alone ~Dress Properly (one level above job you want) Chapter 9 Slide 18 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS 2. During the interview ~Answer each question completely ~Avoid talking too much ~Make good eye contact ~Stay calm ~Thank the interviewer Chapter 9 Slide 19 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 2. During the interview – con’t A. Education and Training i. What qualifies you for this job? ii. Why are you interested in this company? iii. What activities have helped you to expand your interests and knowledge? B. Work and Other Experience i. iii. iv. In what situations have you done your best work? Describe the supervisors who motivated you most. Which past accomplishments are you most proud of? Describe people with whom you find it difficult to work? Chapter 9 Slide 20 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS (continued) 2. During the interview con’t C. Personal Qualities a. What are your major strengths and weaknesses? b. What have you done to overcome these? c. What do you plan to be doing five or ten years from now? d. Which individuals have had the greatest influence on you? Chapter 9 Slide 21 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 4 INTERVIEW PROCESS 3. After the Interview A. Send a follow-up letter B. Evaluate your interview performance C. Be patient Chapter 9 Slide 22 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 5 Employment Acceptance JOB OFFER COMPARISON n Salary and financial factors Benefits, job location, advancement options n Organizational environment Leadership style, dress code Chapter 9 Slide 23 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 6 Career Development ON THE JOB RELATIONSHIPS 1. Job success strategies a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Ask questions Avoid complaining Honor the time for breaks Consider your appearance Be on time Be friendly with everyone Show you are dependable Follow the rules 2. Find a mentor An experienced employee who serves as a counselor to a less experienced person Chapter 9 Slide 24 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western

Step 6 Career Development ON THE JOB RELATIONSHIPS 3. Leaving a Job a. Give notice i. Letter ii. Date b. Complete current projects c. Participate in exit interview d. Thank coworkers Chapter 9 Slide 25 Introduction to Business © Thomson South-Western