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The OfficeProcedures and Technology
Chapter 13
Planning and Advancing Your Career
Copyright© 2007 Thomson/South-Western
Slide 2
Thinking About Careers
Planning with a career goal established Planning without a career goal
Career goals: desired achievements related to work such as jobs, education, or work experience
Key Term
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Slide 3
Exploring Job Opportunities
School placement and counseling services The World Wide Web Newspapers Employment agencies Government announcements Personal inquiry
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Job board: Web site that provides job listings and allows persons seeking employment to post resumes
Key Term
Slide 4
Resume
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Presents job qualifications Job interest Education Work experience References
Slide 5
Letter of Application
Introduces you to an employer States the position for
which you are applying
Describes your job qualifications
Requests an interview
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Slide 6
Interviewing
Anticipate questions and prepare answers Complete an application form Participate attentively Send a thank-you letter
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
During an interview, make eye contact with the interviewer frequently
During an interview, make eye contact with the interviewer frequently
Slide 7
Lists activities and contacts related to a job search
Job Search Diary
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Slide 8
Focus On …
Online Job Search and Resume Job boards and company Web sites have
job postings Job scouts can aid in the search process Applicants may apply online for many jobs A job seeker’s resume can be posted and
scanned or searched by many employers
Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search
Slide 9
Job Orientation
An initial introduction to a company and a job Goals of the organization Organization chart and key personnel Employment forms Benefits Company policies
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 10
Form W-4
Provides data the employer needs to withhold federal taxes from the employee’s pay
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 11
Learning on the Job
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Training may be part of job orientation Training may be conducted by coworkers References may provide additional information
Employee handbook Events calendar Organization chart Annual report Employee handbook: printed or
online manual containing company policies and procedures
Key Term
Slide 12
Performance Review
Evaluation of an employee’s work Conducted periodically, usually at least once
a year May affect promotions, raises, or disciplinary
actions
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 13
Factors Considered
Several factors are considered in a performance review Job knowledge and skills Quality and quantity of work Adherence to deadlines Accomplishment of goals Teamwork, judgment, and flexibility
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 14
Evaluation Methods
Checklist Ranking Forced distribution Self-evaluation
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 15
Continuous Improvement
Simplify or eliminate steps in doing tasks Follow an organized approach Consider the overall scope of the project Keep only information that has future value Document procedures for later reference Prioritize tasks and complete them in order
of importance
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Slide 16
Promotional Possibilities
At your current company In other organizations
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Review your company’s job openings to learn about promotional opportunities
Review your company’s job openings to learn about promotional opportunities
Slide 17
Professional Associations
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Provide information and training related to various careers
Publish magazines, newsletters, and Web sites with helpful information
Slide 18
Educational Resources
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Continuing education programs Colleges or universities Courses available on the Internet
Slide 19
Changing Jobs
Reasons for job termination Termination meeting Severance pay Resignation letter Continuing benefits
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Downsize: reduce, as in decreasing the number of workers in a company
Key Term
Slide 20
Job Portfolio
Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond
Contains items related to your job qualifications Resume Letters of application and thank-you letters Job search diary Copies of awards and honors Diplomas, certificates, and transcripts Work history
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