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