Teens

lesson two
making money
-First job-
 the career planning process

Whether you are seeking your first job, or considering changing to a different field,
You must take various actions to obtain a job.

phase 1: Assess your personal interest, abilities, and career goals.

phase 2: Evaluate the current employment market.
phase 3: Identify specific job opportunities.
phase 4: Apply for employment positions with the use of a résumé or application letter.
phase 5: Interview for available positions.
phase 6: Obtain additional career training.

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 preparing for a job interview

before the interview

1. Research the organization.
2. Practice your interviewing skills.
3. Prepare questions that you plan to ask.
4. Prepare proper dress and grooming.
5. Plan to arrive early at the interview.

during the interview

1. Relax. Be yourself.
2. Answer questions completely and calmly.
3. Ask questions to help you better know the organization.
4. Ask when you might hear from the organization.

after the interview

1. Write down notes on how you can improve for your next interview.
2. Promptly send a thank-you letter to the person with whom you interviewed to express your
appreciation for the opportunity to meet with them.

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 common interview questions

Following are some questions commonly asked at job interviews:

1. What activities have helped you expand your interests, abilities, and knowledge?

2. In what types of situations have you done your best work?

3. Describe the supervisors who motivated you the most.

4. Describe someone with whom you had difficulty working.

5. What are your major strengths?

6. What are your weaknesses? What have you done to overcome your weaknesses?

7. What do you know about our organization?

8. Who is someone you admire? Why do you admire that person?

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 adding up the benefits

Benefits cost your employer, on average, an extra 33% – 50% of your pay.
These may include:

• Health, dental, and eye care insurance

• Life insurance/disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tax-deferred retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance plans
• Employee fitness programs
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance or reimbursement

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 What is a Job?

> It is a paid position of regular employment

 How Does the Search Begin?

> Businesses
> Internet
> Networking
> Want ads
 Key Requirements

> Résumé
> Portfolio
> Interview skills
 Résumé

> A brief history of a person’s education, work experience and

other qualifications
 Résumé Components

> Name
> Objective
> Education
> Work experience
> Activities and interests
> Honors
> References
> How to Write an Error-Free Résumé
(click on link)
 Cover Letter

> A document sent with your résumé to provide additional

information on your skills and experience
> How to Avoid Writing an Awful Cover Letter
(click on link)
 Portfolio

> A collection of work samples that support job qualifications


> Cover letter
> Table of contents
> Résumé
> Employability skills
> Licenses and/or certificates
> Awards
> Goals and plans for the future
Portfolio Components
> Transcripts
> Work samples
> Service learning/Volunteer log
> Employment evaluations
> Letters of recommendations
 Interview Skills

> How to talk to people in an interview situation, answering

questions correctly and knowing the right questions to ask

> A formal meeting between two
or more people
> An opportunity to:
• Impress the employer
• Learn more about the job
• Decide if the job is right for
you
Interview
> The employer will:
• Become familiar with you
• Evaluate your skills
• Find out if you will work well
with other employees
 Seven No-brainers for Job Interviews –
Anna Post

> 1. Be prepared
> 2. Be early
> 3. Dress appropriately
> 4. Speak clearly and make eye
contact
> 5. Address the interviewer by
name
> TED-Ed Talk: Put those smartphones
> 6. Shake hands twice away: Great tips for making your
> 7. Thank them twice job interview count - Anna Post
(click on link)
 Self-Responsibility and Self-Management

> Positive Attitude

> Good Work Habits
> Business Etiquette
 Positive Attitudes

> Friendliness
> Self-motivation
> Teamwork
> Adaptability
Good Work Habits
 Business Etiquette
> Proper behavior for business situations
> Can make a difference in making a sale or
receiving a promotion
> Examples:
• Confident handshakes
• Introducing people correctly
• Wearing appropriate clothes to a business
meeting
Questions?
 References and Resources

> Images:
• Microsoft Office Clip Art: Used with permission from Microsoft.
> Textbooks:
• Reynolds, J.S. (2010). Hospitality services: Food & lodging. Tinley Park, IL:
Goodheart-Willcox Company.
• Littrell, J.J., Lorenz, J.H. & Smith, H.T. (2009). From school to work. Tinley
Park, IL: Goodheart-Willcox.
> Videos:
• How to Avoid Writing an Awful Cover Letter
Your cover letter is the first contact that a potential employer has with you. To
make a great impression, there are several cover letter mistakes that you
should avoid if you'd like to hear the words "you're hired.“
http://www.howcast.com/videos/432521-How-to-Avoid-Writing-an-Awful-
Cover-Letter#
 References and Resources

> Videos:
• How to Write an Error-Free Résumé
Your résumé is often your first impression on a potential employer. With some careful
planning you can make sure it’s a good one.
http://www.howcast.com/videos/307328-How-to-Write-an-ErrorFree-Resume#
> Websites:
• Careers in Travel and Tourism Management
What career do you see in your future? What education do you need for this career? How
much money will you make? What skills will you need? In this lesson you will explore the
answers to these questions as well as additional information regarding Travel and Tourism
Management. Let’s get started!
http://cte.sfasu.edu/lesson-plans/careers-in-travel-and-tourism-management/
• O*Net Online
Career Clusters contain occupations in the same field of work that require similar skills.
Students, parents, and educators can use Career Clusters to help focus education plans
towards obtaining the necessary knowledge, competencies, and training for success in a
particular career pathway. http://www.onetonline.org/find/career?c=9&g=Go
 References and Resources

> Websites:
• Seven No-brainers for Job Interviews
A job interview can be intimidating, and you only have a short amount of time
to make a good impression on the interviewer. There are definitely some tricks
to having a good job interview and giving yourself the best chance to be hired.
http://www.emilypost.com/getting-the-job/the-interview/212-seven-no-
brainers-for-job-interviews
• What Are the Benefits of Teenagers Having Jobs?
Even though balancing work and school can be a challenge, working at places
such as grocery stores, restaurants and movie theaters can help teens become
more mature individuals. Many teens become more responsible at home and
school because of the values that they learn at their jobs. They will likely be
more prepared for college, too, where they may have to balance work, school
and activities.
http://www.ehow.com/about_5103914_benefits-teenagers-having-jobs.html
 References and Resources

> YouTube™:
• TED-Ed Talk: Put those smartphones away: Great tips for making your job
interview count – Anna Post
The primary event of the job search is the interview. This is your chance to
apply your good manners and connect with a potential future employer,
presenting yourself as the most qualified person for the job. The more
prepared you are to speak eloquently about your life - your experiences,
challenges and successes - the more likely you are prove yourself worthy of
taking on the tasks within a workplace.
http://youtu.be/NKBlWanXzGE