Why Work?

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1

Facts about Work…• Work benefits you and your community.• Some people have a series of jobs while

others pursue a career.• Your decisions about work will affect

your future.

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1

Why Work?Earn a living or income.

Sense of dignity or Self-Worth

Sense of pride, success, and independence.

Sense of identity or place in your community.

Friendship Earn Fringe Benefits.

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1

Job, Occupation, or Career?

• A job is work for which you receive pay.• An occupation is a wide category of jobs with

similar characteristics.• A career is a lifetime journey of building and

making good use of your skills, knowledge and experiences.

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1

How Will Work Affect Your Lifestyle?

– way you use your time, energy, and other resources

– where you live – places you visit– circle of friends

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1

Type of Work

Will determine how often you are paid.

Will determine how many hours you may work and if you take work home.

Will determine how much time you can spend doing other activities.

Will determine where you live and the type of friends you may have.

Employability Skills—”Tools for Success”– Supplement 1