Being A Good Leader

• Leader – someone who guides a group toward a common goal.

• Understanding Goals• Motivating the Group• Setting an Example• Problem Solving• Managing Group Resources• Involving Members• Working with Committees• Knowing Your Limitations

Career Decisions

• Sources of Information– Guidance Counselors– Libraries– People– Internet

• Career Plan– A list of steps you need to take to reach your

career goal.

Career Clusters- a group of related occupations

• Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

• Architecture and Construction

• Arts, Audio/Video 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, and Security

• Manufacturing

• Marketing, Sales, and Service

• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

• Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Entrepreneurship- people who start and manage a business of their own

• Preparing to be an Entrepreneur:– Indentify your interests and skills– Survey your market– Make sure you have enough work and storage space– Consider the cost of starting your business– Decide how much work you can handle– Line up employees– Establish fees and estimate profits– Promote your business– Consult with experienced people

Communication

• Verbal Communication– Speaking– Writing

• Nonverbal Communication– Appearance and Grooming– Body Language– Personal Space

• Why is this important when making career decisions?