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Chapter 9 Study Guide Chapter 1

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In Chapter 14, the writers of the text provide a map through the process of deciding on a career, preparing for it, building a portfolio, setting out on the job hunt, and how to ace an interview. Making the right career choice can mean the difference between a challenging, rewarding, happy work life and a life of waking up every morning dreading the workday. The key is to find a career that will make use of your abilities and interests where you can feel that you are making a contribution to the world. The first thing to do is to take inventory of interests, skills, experience, and education. There are online tools and surveys available to help a person make these discoveries. By answering questions regarding where you would like to live, how much money you require, what type of work environment you prefer, etc., you can produce an insightful report to help in this task. Other resources for career choice guidance include career counselors …show more content…

The career portfolio should include a resume and cover letter, and may include examples of work, awards and certificates, news articles, and letters of recommendation. Copies of the portfolio can be left with potential employers or posted on-line for them to access. There are many resources for finding job openings to include networking through business or trade organizations, social networking, online job boards, classified ads, employment agencies, and clearing houses. Cover letters should be written for each specific job of interest. Resumes should be neat, well organized, and error free. They may be organized by chronology or functionality. It is important when preparing a resume to keep in mind that many employers scan resumes into software which looks for keywords. The job search can be lengthy and disappointing at times. Positive self-talk and praise can help during this

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