Chap 12 Planning for Your Career

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Chapter 12 Planning for Your Career

Purpose of This Chapter

This chapter will help you engage in: 1.

R E A D Y ?

A R E Y O U

Learning Outcomes

Assess your work-related: values, interests, personality type, and skills.

Investigate career options based on your self-assessment.

Conduct a job informational interview.

Conduct job searches.

Network.

CAREER DECISION-MAKING: A Life-Long Process

What you learn in this chapter will be repeated at various times throughout your life.

You will continually upgrade your career decision-making skills to carry out realistic and fulfilling career and life plans.  Reflect on this —what does this mean to you?

Career planning is . . .

. . . always subject to new learning about yourself and about emerging careers.

Self-Assessment for Career Exploration

Values —what matters most to you Interests —what you enjoy doing Personality Type —your character, traits, and nature Skills —what you are good at  Knowing yourself can help you find a satisfying career.

Assess Your Values

Work Values  What you consider to be important, worthy, or meaningful for your job satisfaction.

A few examples : helping others, managing projects or people, becoming wealthy, using or developing new technology, job or family security, working with your hands or with nature, having a sedentary or a physical activity job, working independently or with a team, and many more.

Exercise 12-1: My Work Values

Not everyone believes work and values must be aligned.

But values often influence the kind of work you choose. Use your assessed work values from Exercise 12-1: My Work Values , to help you consider what types of jobs match your values.

JOB VALUES



What do you consider to be important, worthy, or meaningful?

From Exercise 12-1: My Work Values Discuss with your classmate  After determining your top five work values and the types of jobs that are likely to satisfy those values, what conclusions can you derive from Exercise 12-1?

Assess Your Interests

Interests are reflected in the activities you enjoy doing and in your affinities. 2.

Identifying your interests and finding employment that matches your interests obviously provides greater work satisfaction.

Interest Interview

Use the following questions to interview a classmate.

What are your favorite hobbies?

What are your favorite recreation activities?

What political causes are important to you?

What are your scientific, artistic, and/or other subject area interests?

What other activities do you enjoy?

See any “interest” theme from your responses?

Any conclusions about jobs that may match your interests?

Personality Types and Aligned Work Environments

John Holland’s Theory of Career Choice

Holland’s theory states that “the choice of a vocation is an expression of personality .” Career choices consistent with your personality are likely to lead to job success and satisfaction. Holland developed a six factor typology to describe both

persons

and work

environments

John Holland’s Theory of Career Choice

continued 4.

This theory is the best known and most widely researched theory on this topic and is used by most career counselors and the U.S. Department of Labor. 5.

The next slides display and explain the six personality types and work environments.

The six personality and work environment types described by Holland are as follows: 1.

Realistic —practical, physical, hands-on, tool oriented (Doer) Investigative —analytical, intellectual, scientific, explorative (Thinker) Artistic —creative, original, independent, chaotic (Creator) Social —cooperative, supporting, helping, healing/nurturing (Helper) Enterprising —competitive environments, leadership, persuading (Persuader) Conventional — detail-oriented, organizing, clerical (Organizer) Wikipedia  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holland_Codes Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

John Holland's Theory of Career Choice

continued 6.

You are a combination of all six personality types.

However, you are likely to be dominant in three personality types.

Holland classifies occupations using the three highest or dominant personality types.

Your “Holland Personality” Results Discuss with your classmate:

Based on the textbook’s John Holland Occupational Personality Assessment, what were your top three personality types? 2.

and corresponding scores?

John Holland’s Hexagon model shows relationships between the personality types/ work environments.

Note  personality types closest to each other are more alike than those farther away.

Relationship between the personality types and work environments.

Personality Types

______________ 1.

Realistic Investigative 3.

Artistic Social Enterprising Conventional

Environments

________________________________ 1.

Compatible Work

Realistic, Investigative, Conventional 2.

Investigative, Realistic, Artistic Artistic, investigative, Social Social, Artistic, Enterprising Enterprising, Social, Conventional Conventional, Enterprising, Realistic Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Continue to discuss with your classmate. . .

Review the occupations listed in your text that are listed in each of your top three personality types.

What occupations listed in your top three personality types are of strong interest to you?

What new job titles have recently been developed (but not listed in the text) and are likely to be listed in these personality types? Note: New and emerging jobs are continually added as new fields and technologies emerge.

Assess Your Skills

The skills you have strongly influence your career options. Skills are abilities you can immediately apply in specific tasks or functions.

Marketable skills are key selling points on your résumé—they’re the skills your employer hired you for.

Three Types of Skills

Transferrable skills one environment that can easily be employed in other settings.

are competencies you learn in 2.

Work-specific skills are abilities you have learned specifically for the job.

Self-management skills yourself, how well you perform, and your temperament. relate to how you manage  Give examples of each of the three skills above which you possess.

. . . to learn what skills are required for a job in which you have an interest. Note: At this website, the work-specific skills are called, “Detailed Work Activities.” Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Job Search Strategies Class Brainstorm: Let’s list all the ways we can think of to search for a job.

Informational Interviews

Talking to people about their jobs/careers, without an expectation of a job offer, is a fantastic way to investigate career options.

It is less stressful than a job interview and you are asking the questions because you want to learn about the job.

You can learn about the pros and cons of a job as well as the workplace.

Informational Interviews

continued 4.

It’s always good to talk to several individuals to get different takes on the job/career.

Send a thank you note.

You could ignite the interest of a perspective employer — it happens occasionally!

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Discuss in small groups and record:  What questions you would like to ask to learn about the job and workplace.

 Share your questions with the class.

College Placement Services

What kind of career and placement services does our College provide?

Networking

 to help you identify job openings and make job contacts.

Some of the best jobs aren’t listed anywhere except in the mental catalogues of CEOs, managers, and others in the know!

Group

Brainstorm

/Group Share

List possible networking contacts.

List possible places to network.

   How can you prepare for networking? How would you approach individuals? What kinds of information will you seek?

. . . and provide?

How would you recommend following up your networking?

Investigating Career Options

O*NET Resource Center

http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ 1.

Is the nation’s primary source of occupational information. Contains information on hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors.

Is continually updated by surveying a broad range of workers from each occupation. Is an interactive application for exploring and searching occupations. Has career exploration tools and assessment instruments for workers and students looking to find or change careers. Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) (U.S. Dept of Labor)

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ Use to investigate occupational information on: 1.

Training and education needed Earnings Expected job prospects What workers do on the job Working conditions In addition, the

Handbook

tips, links to information about the job market in each state, and more.

gives you job search Note: the OOH is revised every two years.

CareerOneStop

(CareerInfoNet) http://www.careeronestop.org/ Another comprehensive career resource library containing: 1.

Career exploration resources Salary and benefit information 3.

Education and training information Job search sites for each state 5.

Marketing Yourself for the Job Résumé Cover Letter Application Portfolio Job Interview

The Résumé

Is the first step in marketing you for the job —concisely listing your contact information, credentials, achievements, work and educational background.

Purpose —to get the prospective employer interested in interviewing you. Employers want a résumé to show a clear match between the applicant and the job.

Note —there are many and varied approaches to constructing a résumé. Give yourself plenty of time to construct your résumé and get a competent proofreader to check it.

The Résumé How to Instantly Catch the Reader’s Eye 1.

Identify the area(s) in which you can make a contribution.

Can take one of several —or a combination—of forms: a. Professional Objective statement:      Should state the position you are applying for.

Can include a strong and concise statement that shows the employer how you meet their needs.

May also follow with a list of qualifications you bring to the position.

Can also show that you can bring added value. Should persuade the employer to read the rest of your résumé.

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To Include or Not to Include a Professional Objective Statement?

Some people choose to omit the objective statement because they believe it is limiting. Some employers want to see an objective to size up your intentions.

Other employers say objectives are often poorly written and waste space.

Other Résumé Openers

Headline statement —simply the title of the position you’re applying for (and adjusted for every job you apply for). 2.

Branding statement —ad-like statement that tells immediately what you can bring to the employer.

Headline and Branding Statement Used in Combination Example : PROJECT MANAGER Specialize in upgrading business information systems, designing strategy, managing risk, implementing training, and improving the quality and caliber of operations. Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Another Approach

(from Monster.com) Dedicated health information technician (HIT) with seven years of acute-care hospital medical records coding experience. Additional four years of experience as a medical office administrative manager in a rehabilitation setting. Completed full-time HIT program in 2002. Qualifications include:     Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification AAS degree in Health Information Technology Expertise in ICD-9-CM and CPT coding Knowledge of licensing, reimbursement and accreditation standards Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Include Accomplishments on Your Résumé

Focus on accomplishments that set you apart from other job candidates. In each job, what special things did you do to set yourself apart? How did you do the job better than anyone else or than anyone else could have done? What were the problems or challenges that you or the organization faced? What did you do to overcome the problems? What were the results of your efforts? How did the organization benefit from your performance? How did you leave your employers better off than before you worked for them? Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Résumé

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Group Discussion

There are many possible ways to construct a résumé, so let’s first discuss category headings.

Think of all the possible category headings you could put on a resume.

What will you name these categories?

How will you order your categories?

Résumé Tips

When you see descriptions of jobs you want, pay close attention to the skills the employer wants, and make sure you address them in your résumé.

Which will you choose? Why?

Functional Résumé — highlights an applicant’s specific experience and skills rather than a chronological listing of work history experience.

Chronological Résumé — highlights an applicant’s work history starting from the most recent work experience listed in reverse chronological order. Combination of both — describe this combo.

Which type would you choose?

References

 Who should you select for references?

Reference Tips

“References furnished upon request” is not essential on the bottom of your résumé.

 It may be eliminated, especially if space is needed for pertinent information.

Have references available on another typed sheet of paper for the interview. 3.

List at least three people (not relatives) who have recognized your skills, accomplishments, or performance.

Cover Letters

It is important to remember that cover letters are sales letters, and you are the product. 2.

Cover letters serve to introduce you to an employer, and résumés tell about you.

Cover Letter Format Tips

Make every effort to address your cover letter to a specific person —avoid the “Dear Sir or Madam.”   Search the “about us” pages on the company web site for names of individuals to address. Use “Dear Employer” as a last resort.

Use your first paragraph to:     State the name of the position and include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. State where you heard about the job.

Create interest and focus on what you have to offer relative to the employer’s needs.

Refer to your attached/enclosed résumé.

Cover Letter

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Use the next paragraph(s) of the letter to address why you are the best candidate for the company and specific position.  You can also communicate that you match or exceed the qualifications/requirements listed in the job description.

Note: Try not to repeat your résumé—just introduce the highlights that encourage them to read your résumé thoroughly.

Cover Letter

continued 4.

Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow up. I will contact you the week of ____________.

  to inquire about an interview.

Cover Letter

continued Like a résumé . . .

 There are many and varied approaches to constructing a cover letter.  Give yourself plenty of time to construct your cover letter and get a competent proofreader to check it.

Do you need a Job Portfolio?

No —a job portfolio is not necessary, but it can: 1.

Make a good impression on an employer or an interview team.

Set you apart from other job candidates — giving you a competitive edge.

Showcase your skills, accomplishments, and your quality.

Portfolio Tips

Use a three-ring binder so you can add and subtract documents. 2.

The first page of the portfolio should be your index/overview of what is contained in the portfolio. 3.

Portfolio Documents

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Résumé or vitae Most recent licenses, certificates, professional registrations, or other credentials Degrees and training completion certifications Achievements and recognitions/awards Evidence of creative projects Writing samples and/or publications Letters of recognition Evidence of presentations at conferences, etc.

Photos that showcase accomplishments Memberships and offices held in professional organizations What else?

Completing a Job Application — Another Piece of Self-Marketing

Tell me some Do’s and Don’ts for completing a job application.

The Job Interview

Interviewing also varies widely, based on industry, occupation, employer, and position. Generally, the higher paid the job, the longer and more rigorous the selection process. Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Interview Variances

Some Interviews include:  Interview committees —then meet the CEO.

 On rare occasions, all candidates are interviewed in the same room, same time.

 May require a writing sample, presentation, or test during the interview process.

 Any other experiences?

Interview Preparation

Learn everything you can about the employer, the position, and business/industry —including the major competitors in the field.  Go to the employer’s Web site and study every page. You will likely pick up some information and language that you can use in the interview. Copyright © 2010 by Tapestry Press, Ltd.

Interview Preparation

continued 2.

When you set up the interview schedule, ask who you will be talking to and how best to prepare.

Practice responding to potential questions unemployed?” — even the tough questions like: “Where do you see yourself in five years?” OR “Why are you 4.

  Prepare questions to ask during interviews — for example: “Is there any qualification for this position that you think I am missing?” This gives you clues about concerns you could address further.

And don’t forget to bathe nicely for the interview!

Class Share

Let’s hear about some of your experiences with interviews.

Based on your experiences, is there any advice you have about interview preparation?

Don’t Forget

Send a thank you e-mail after your interview.

What should you say?

Discussion: Career Changes

Does anyone remember the days when workers and employers remained loyal to one another for 30 or more years? Why are job and career changes more frequent today? How can you thoughtfully plan for job and career change that will lead you to the next position?

Career Changes

More often than not, the need for job or career change happens unexpectedly, when one is least prepared, and so it carries with it fear, frustration, and immobilization.  Reflect on this.

Key Chapter Points

Knowing your work-related values, interests, personality type, and skills can help you find a satisfying career.

According to John Holland, “the choice of a vocation is an expression of personality.” Talking to people about their jobs/careers, without an expectation of a job offer, is a fantastic way to investigate career options.

Some of the best jobs aren’t listed anywhere except in the mental catalogues of CEOs and managers —and networking helps you uncover jobs openings and good contacts.

Key Chapter Points continued 5.

There are many and varied approaches to constructing a résumé and cover letter. Give yourself plenty of time to construct your résumé and cover letter and get a competent proofreader to check it.

Prepare for your interview by researching the job and company as well as practicing responses to questions.

Do your homework  assess your work values, interests, personality type, and skills; and then investigate jobs that match you.

Chap 12 Planning for Your Career

Transcript Chap 12 Planning for Your Career

Chapter 12 Planning for Your Career

Purpose of This Chapter

Learning Outcomes

CAREER DECISION-MAKING: A Life-Long Process

Career planning is . . .

. . . always subject to new learning about yourself and about emerging careers.

Self-Assessment for Career Exploration

Assess Your Values

Exercise 12-1: My Work Values

JOB VALUES

What do you consider to be important, worthy, or meaningful?

Assess Your Interests

Interest Interview

Personality Types and Aligned Work Environments

John Holland’s Theory of Career Choice

John Holland’s Theory of Career Choice

John Holland's Theory of Career Choice

Your “Holland Personality” Results Discuss with your classmate:

Continue to discuss with your classmate. . .

Assess Your Skills

Three Types of Skills

Job Search Strategies Class Brainstorm: Let’s list all the ways we can think of to search for a job.

Informational Interviews

Informational Interviews

nformational

nterviews

uestions

College Placement Services

Networking

Some of the best jobs aren’t listed anywhere except in the mental catalogues of CEOs, managers, and others in the know!

Group

Brainstorm

/Group Share

Investigating Career Options

O*NET Resource Center

Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) (U.S. Dept of Labor)

CareerOneStop

Marketing Yourself for the Job Résumé Cover Letter Application Portfolio Job Interview

The Résumé

To Include or Not to Include a Professional Objective Statement?

Other Résumé Openers

Another Approach

Include Accomplishments on Your Résumé

Résumé

Group Discussion

Résumé Tips

Which will you choose? Why?

References

Reference Tips

Cover Letters

Cover Letter Format Tips

Cover Letter

Cover Letter

Cover Letter

Do you need a Job Portfolio?

Portfolio Tips

Portfolio Documents

Completing a Job Application — Another Piece of Self-Marketing

The Job Interview

Interview Variances

Interview Preparation

Interview Preparation

Class Share

Don’t Forget

Discussion: Career Changes

Career Changes

Key Chapter Points

This is my attentive interview face.

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