Preparation is Key. The Reality of Jobs

Objectives Determine skills and work habits that employers want and those habits they don’t want Become familiar with a resume Become familiar with job applications and interviews Prepare for portfolio product

Why Do People Work? People work for many reasons, but, basically they work to bring personal meaning and satisfaction to themselves as well as benefits to society. Of course people work for survival People work to define themselves People work to have a sense of security People work for self-respect or to feel competent or powerful People work to conquer time People work to measure self-worth

Why Do People Work? A reporter was interviewing a woman who worked for a famous actress. “What do you think about your employer’s enormous success?” he asked as she transferred a load of the celebrity’s clothes from washer to dryer. “I’m really pleased that she found something to fall back on,” came the reply. “Because she doesn’t know beans about doing laundry.”

What Do You See Yourself Doing in the Future? What is your dream job? Michael Jordan Vision: To be a top professional basketball player, someone who adds something new to the game Actions in School: Throughout grade school, high school, and college, practice, practice; seek out good coaching; watch and analyze top players; keep up grades in order to be eligible for team play; stay healthy Actions at work: As a pro, practice, practice, practice; maintain health

Letter/Postcard From the Future Where do you see yourself in 10 years? What will you be doing? One task this week is to complete your Postcard/Letter From The Future. Write a letter to your parents/guardians/friend from yourself ten years from now.Using great details and description speak of: 1.Where you are living 2.What type of job you are doing 3.Who you are working with 4.Short term goals/plans 5.Weather, pets, cars, friends, etc.

Some Things Are Worth More Than Money Examine the provided character. What are their motivations and sacrifices? Ed Charles Margaret Diana Elizabeth

Job Skills Make a list of the top 5 qualities, skills, or work habits you think employers want from their employees Then, compare with a buddy Can you add to the class list?

Job Outlook 2002, National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) What do employers want? 5 Qualities Employers Value in an Employee Write these down!

What is a Resume? Resume - Written summary of a person’s job experiences, interests, skills, and accomplishments RELEVENT to that job Write this definition down!

What does a Resume do? Organizes all the information you would want a potential employer to know about you in a neat, concise manner Should focus on your positive traits Should convince an employer to hire you

Resumes – Why they Are Required Before You Apply For Jobs They are used by employers to screen job applicants They are the tool to get your that job interview

Resumes – What Is Required On A Resume? 1.Clear, concise, accurate information: name, mailing address, phone number (with area code!), address 2.Your objective - what position or goal you hope to accomplish with this job 3.Your experience(s) 4.Your education 5.Your particular skills

But What About Students? For your resumes, say for summer jobs, will need a different appeal since you don’t have very much employment experience Let’s look at an example

How Do I Create A Resume For Myself? Write it by yourself but get someone with experience to look it over Be brief, and stick to the point Be positive Be specific –say exactly what you mean Use action words Use short sentences Don’t say anything negative Perfection is expected, excellence will be tolerated. No errors allowed!

What Will Be The 21st Century Skills Employers Will Be Looking For? Reading Skills Speaking Skills Listening Skills Mathematics Skills Writing Skills Creative Thinking Decision Making Skills Problem Solving Abilities

Resume Put your name, address (mailing and street), city, state, zip, phone, and either in the center or flushed to the side. Employment Objective: what kind of job you would like to have; “full time summer employment working with the public or in retail, etc.” Skills and/or Strengths - make them positive. Awards / Honors - athletics, other team or clubs More

Resume Size 12 font (headings may be bigger) Tip: include middle name for interest Education: make sure to include honor courses, or passing, in 9th grade curriculum at Currituck County High School Mention perfect attendance More