workforce essentials ms. baumgartner “opportunity is missed by most because it is dressed in...
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Chapter 2 ~ The Job Ahead
Workforce Essentials • Ms. Baumgartner
“Opportunity is missed by most because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”
– Thomas Edison
2.1 Work Histories
Work History – all of the jobs that one holds during the course of a working lifetime
Jobs are often used as a way to achieve something else To learn occupational skills To earn money for college To gain experience to qualify for a better job
For most, first jobs are only stepping stones to later ones
Let’s read about…
Terry
Maria
Cindy
Ricardo
* Why did each person choose the job they did?*
2.2 Moving Toward a Stable Job
Stable job – One that you consider to be permanent and that may last several years This does not mean you stay in the job
forever They usually come from hard word
and self-direction Self-direction - setting
goals and taking steps to get there
Promotion-advancement
2.2 Moving Toward a Stable Job
Advancing in your job usually requires doing more than what is asked by manager Extra duties Extra training/education
Some occupations become obsolete (no longer used) –keep up to date on job changes
2.2 Moving Toward a Stable Job
Remember: A job at your age is a beginning It’s a way to earn $, get experience,
learn skills, and prove yourself Things can get better if you are
cooperative, follow rules and directions, take an interest in what you are doing, and do your best
Employers tend to recognize and reward good work
2.2 Moving Toward a Stable Job
During your life, you will probably adjust to changes due to technology
People who are more successful are generally those who anticipate and adapt to change
Change is inevitable, be ateam player and go with theflow!
Math Connection: CALCULATE
JOB A: short-term job (6 wks) pays $12/hr for 35 hours per week
JOB B: regular, long-term job Pays $10/hr for 40 hours a week
JOB C: regular, long-term job Pays $24,000/year for 40 hours a week
JOB D: part-time job Pays $435/week for 37.5 hours a week
2.3 The Future Begins Now
Some high schoolers regard school as something to “get through” so they can be free to do what they want
But, school is a workplace too employers will look at your
school record for clues as to what kind of an employee you might be
A poor school record is hard to defend IMPROVEMENT MEANS A LOT!!
2.3 The Future Begins Now
NOW is the time to change habits and attitudes that may hold you back in the workplace!!
2.3 The Future Begins Now
Shaping your career Take more skills to strengthen your
career skills Consider taking more courses that
strengthen your academic background (Math, English)
Consider taking a computer course Do some research on the skills required
for your desired careerAny questions?
Quiz Time!
1. True/False: Work history is all of the jobs that one holds during the course of a working lifetime.
2. A ______ job is one that you consider to be permanent and that may last several years.
3. Setting goals and taking steps to get there is called _____ _______.
4. Name 1 way you can work now on shaping your career.
5. People who are more successful are generally those who anticipate and adapt to ______.
Quiz Time!
1. True 2. Stable3. Self-direction4. Take courses,
research career5. Change
Supplemental Activities
Career Cruising Workbook page 9 Chapter 2 Assessment #3, 6-14, 15,
17, 19, 20 TEST: Friday Personality tests/extra career tests