The OfficeProcedures and Technology

Chapter 13

Planning and Advancing Your Career

Copyright© 2007 Thomson/South-Western

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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

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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

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Resume

Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search

Presents job qualifications Job interest Education Work experience References

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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

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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

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Lists activities and contacts related to a job search

Job Search Diary

Topic 13-1 An Effective Job Search

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Evaluation Methods

Checklist Ranking Forced distribution Self-evaluation

Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond

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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

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Promotional Possibilities

At your current company In other organizations

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Review your company’s job openings to learn about promotional opportunities

Review your company’s job openings to learn about promotional opportunities

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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

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Educational Resources

Topic 13-2 The First Job and Beyond

Continuing education programs Colleges or universities Courses available on the Internet

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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

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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