ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 WHAT’S AHEAD 4.1Get to Know Yourself 4.2Explore Careers 4.3Apply for a Job 4.4Interview Successfully 4.5Prepare for the Future

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 LESSON 4.1Get to Know Yourself Objectives: By the end of class, students will be able to: ► Describe life and work values that you hold. ► Identify interests, aptitudes, and personality traits that will influence your career choice. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 2

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  personal interest  aptitude  skill  transferable skill  personality © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 3

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  personal interest – activities that you find rewarding over an extended period of time.  aptitude – a natural talent for learning some skills over others.  skill – an aptitude developed through training and experience.  transferable skill – a skill that allows you to complete specific tasks in various careers.  personality – the blend of qualities that defines you as an individual.

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 What Do You Value? ► Life values – the most important principles in your life. For example…living near your relatives. ► Work values – principles that are most important to you in your work. For example…independence or creativity. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 5

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Life and Work Values  Income and wealth  Security  Independence  Physical risk  Recognition  Creativity  Personal growth  Family  Community  Location © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 6

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Interests, Aptitudes, and Personality ► What are your interests? ► What are your aptitudes? ► Turn aptitudes into skills ► What is your personality? © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 7

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Common Aptitudes ► Verbal aptitude – the ability to write in a clear and interesting manner and to explain ideas so that others can understand them. ► Numerical aptitude – the ability to work with numbers quickly and accurately. ► Spatial aptitude – the ability to “see” what something will look like from a verbal description, a flat drawing or photograph. ► Manual dexterity – the ability to fix and build things and to do other physical work. ► Physical coordination – the ability to execute precise muscle movements. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 8

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Personality Types ► Realistic ► Investigative ► Creative ► Social ► Enterprising © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 9

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  How will the values you hold help you choose a career?  What aptitudes and personality traits do you have that will help you choose your career goals? © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 10

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  How will the values you hold help you choose a career? Values help people choose career goals by helping them realize what is important to them. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 11

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What aptitudes and personality traits do you have that will help you choose your career goals? Ask yourself the following questions: What activities do you find rewarding? What natural talents do you have that help you learn certain skills? Into what training and experience are you willing to put your efforts? Do your goal choices fit with your personality? © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 12

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 LESSON 4.2 Explore Careers GOALS ► Identify sources of career information. ► Describe steps you can take to plan for a successful career. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 13

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  job  career  career connection © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 14

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  job – the set of tasks you accomplish as you work.  career – an occupation to which you have made a long-term commitment.  career connection – a meeting with someone who works in your career of choice.

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Identifying Possible Careers ► Federal government sources of information ► Private sources of career information ► Career clusters ► Private employment agencies ► Make a career connection ► Be an intern ► Volunteer © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 16

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Federal Sources of Information ► Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) ► Occupational Information Network (O*NET) ► Occupational Outlook Quarterly ► Monthly Labor Review © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 17

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Career Clusters  Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources  Architecture and Construction  Arts, A/V Technology and Communications  Business Management and Administration  Education and Training  Finance  Government and Public Administration  Health Science  Hospitality and Tourism  Human Services  Information Technology  Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security  Manufacturing  Marketing  Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics  Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 18

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Plan Your Career ► Determine skills, training, and education required ► Consider your family ► Finance your plans © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 19

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What are several sources that may be used to gather career information?  What steps should you take to create a realistic career plan? © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 20

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What are several sources that may be used to gather career information? Check federal government sources including the Occupational Outlook Handbook and O*NET Talk to people employed in specific careers to gain personal information, insights, and impressions Meet with people in careers that are of interest (friends, family, job fairs, etc.) © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 21

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What steps should you take to create a realistic career plan? Plan to acquire needed skills, training, and education Consider how your family might be affected by your career choice Arrange for methods of financing your preparation © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 22

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 LESSON 4.3 Apply for a Job GOALS ► Identify ways to find out about job openings. ► Describe the job application process. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 23

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  referral  temporary agency  résumé  cover letter  reference © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 24

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  referral – the recommendation of a person for a job given to an employer by someone the employer knows.  temporary agency – a private company that specializes in supplying short-term employees to businesses.  résumé – a brief summary of your job qualifications, including your education and training, job skills and work experience.  cover letter – your letter of introduction.  reference – a person the employer can contact to verify your training, experience or character.

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Look for Job Openings ► People you know ► Potential employers ► Newspapers ► Employment agencies ► Temporary agencies ► Jobs online © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 26

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Application Process ► Preparing a résumé ► What to include? ► Writing a cover letter ► Completing the application ► References © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 27

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What steps can you take to identify job openings in your community?  List and describe steps in the application process. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 28

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  What steps can you take to identify job openings in your community? Find out about local job openings by... Asking friends and relatives Checking newspapers Performing Internet searches Working with employment and temporary agencies © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 29

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4  List and describe steps in the application process. Prepare a resume: a summary of your qualifications, education and training, and employment history as well as your contact information Write a cover letter: explanation of the reason you are applying and how your services will benefit the employer Complete the application: employment and personal information needed by the employer © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 30

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 LESSON 4.4 Interview Successfully GOALS ► Describe how to prepare for an interview for a job. ► Write an interview follow-up letter. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 31

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERM  interview © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 32

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Pre-Interview Checklist ► Be on time ► Know your résumé ► Know the company ► Anticipate questions ► Complete a practice interview ► Prepare questions ► Dress for success © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 33

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 In the Interview ► Be polite ► Be conscious of your nonverbal communication ► Try to make only positive remarks ► Let the interviewer lead the conversation ► Bring up your skills and experience ► Ask questions ► Let the interviewer know you would like the position ► Thank the interviewer © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 34

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 What They Can’t Ask You ► The Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1964 ► The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ► Examples of inappropriate questions: ► Have you ever seen a therapist? ► Are you planning to have kids? ► What is your medical history? ► You’re a Christian, aren’t you? ► What country are your parents from? © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 35

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Write a Follow-Up Letter ► Provide your contact information ► Thank the interviewer ► Identify the position you are seeking ► Repeat your interest © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 36

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 LESSON 4.5 Prepare for the Future GOAL ► Explain why it is important to fit in and perform your duties well when you begin a new job. © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 37

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 KEY TERMS  downsizing  severance pay  notice © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 38

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 A Job Well Done ► Be a part of the team ► Take direction © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 39

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Know When It’s Time to Move On ► Changing careers ► Getting downsized ► Getting fired © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 40

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Leave on Good Terms ► Always be considerate of your current employer’s needs ► Give notice at least two weeks before you leave © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 41

ECONOMIC EDUCATION FOR CONSUMERS ○ Chapter 4 Be Prepared ► Update your resume ► Think about what you want for your next job ► Plan your finances © 2010 South-Western, Cengage Learning Slide 42