Concept #17
What do you think a positive work-life balance looks like?
Topic #17.1
Explain how to choose a place to live and set up a household. Describe how to organize your living space and establish good housekeeping habits.
Landing your first full-time job is part of entering a new life stage. Life Stage: A period in your physical and emotional journey through life. Life Stages During Your Career: Adolescence Early Adulthood Middle Adulthood
Before deciding to have a place of your own, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of living at home. Things to consider: Living at home is less expensive that living independently. A sense of pride and responsibility accompany having your own place. Having your own place is very time consuming. If you live on your own you may need to find a roommate to help with costs.
Prepare a budget to help you estimate how much it will cost for you to live on your own to help you locate places you can afford. Your budget should include: Rent Utilities Telephone Cable Food
When you rent a property you will need to fill out a rental application. The manager will check your financial history to see whether you will be a good tenant. If you are approved, you will sign a rental agreement or a lease. When you sign your lease, you will probably need to pay a security deposit. Security Deposit: Money you pay to cover any damage you might cause to the property.
Create a comfortable home Establish good housekeeping habits: Develop a system for paying bills on time. Set aside time each work for housekeeping. Develop good habits. Leant to cook healthful meals.
Topic #17.2:
Identify ways to balance your work and personal life. Name some company policies that help employees balance work and family life. Explain your role as a citizen and identify ways to participate in the community.
You will have many roles in your life. Role: A set of responsibilities toward yourself and other people in a specific area of your life. Roles You May Have: Worker Friend Family Member Community Member Individual How to Balance Your Roles: Adapt to your changing life roles Balance career success with life goals.
Common work-life benefits: Flextime and Telecommuting On-Site Child Care Paid and Unpaid Leave Life Skills Training Education Assistance
What does a positive work-life balance look like?
Kimbrell, G. (2012). “Succeeding in the world of work.” McGraw-Hill; NewYork.