Unit 16 Preparing for the World of Work. Copyright © 2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.2 16:1 Developing Job-Keeping Skills Must

Unit 16 Preparing for theWorld of Work

Copyright © 2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2

16:1 Developing Job-Keeping Skills

Must develop good characteristics to be a

good employee Use correct grammar at all times Report to work on time and

when scheduled Be prepared to work when you arrive Practice teamwork


Developing Job-KeepingSkills (continued)

Promote a positive attitude Accept responsibility for your actions Be willing to learn Without good job-keeping skills,

no amount of knowledge will help you keep a job


16:2 Writing a Letter of Application and Preparing a Resumé

Letter of application or cover letter Purpose of a letter of application is to

obtain an interview Must create a good impression It should follow the correct form for letters If possible, address letter to the

correct individual


Application Letter Format

Usually contains 3-4 paragraphs Paragraph one contents Paragraph two contents Paragraph three contents Paragraph four contents


Resumé

Record of information about an individual Thorough, concise summary Provides employer with basic information Computer printed or typed and attractive

in appearance Format for resumés can vary


Resumé(continued)

References Honesty is always the best policy List all information before preparing

your resume Use correct size envelope


Parts of a Resumé

Personal identification Employee objective, job desired,

or career goal Educational background Work or employment experience history Skills Other activities


Career Passportsor Portfolios

Professional way to highlight your knowledge, abilities, and skills

Allows for presentation in an organized and efficient manner

Introductory letter Resumé Skill list and competency level


Career Passportsor Portfolios (continued)

Letters of recommendation Copies of work evaluations Documentation of mastering

job-keeping skills Organize information in a neat binder

or portfolio


Career Passportsor Portfolios (continued)

Use tab dividers to separate into organized sections

Use correct grammar and punctuation on all written information

Effort will pay off at interview


16:3 Completing JobApplication Forms

Used by employers to collect specific information

Vary between employers Most request similar information Read entire form first before

completing information


Completing JobApplication Forms (continued)

Make sure you have all required information when you go to an interview

Basic principles for completing application forms

Wallet card Remember, employers use application

forms as a screening tool


16:4 Participating ina Job Interview

Usually last step before getting or being denied a particular job

You have been selected based on your resumé and/or application

Purposes of interview Careful preparation is needed Carefully note date and time of interview


Participating ina Job Interview (continued)

Dress carefully Check entire appearance Leave early for the interview Points to remember during interview Send a follow-up note or letter

after the interview


Participating in aJob Interview (continued)

Many difficult questions can be asked during an interview

Federal law prohibits discrimination in regard to age, cultural or ethnic background, marital status, parenthood, religion, race, or sex

At the end of the interview, you may be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work


16:5 Determining Net Income

Income: money you are earning that is available to you

Amount you earn and amount you spend may vary

Gross income Net income


Determining Net Income (continued)

Calculation of gross income Calculation of net income Calculation of net monthly pay Essential to calculate your net income

– Know what amount of money you have to spend

– Determines your lifestyle – Allows you to manage money more effectively


16:6 Calculating a Budget

Budget is an itemized list of living expenses

Must be realistic to be effective Types of expenses: fixed and variable Way to calculate budget Incorporate savings into a budget Calculating monthly payments


Calculating a Budget (continued)

Important that budget amounts do not exceed amount of net monthly income

Final step is to live by your budget Creation of a budget does lead to careful

management of hard-earned money

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