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Nickels McHugh McHugh. Nickels Cover. Prologue. Getting Ready for Prime Time. 1- 2. Why Read Introduction?. 10. Minimum Wage 9. Money’s Worth 8. Professional Behavior 7. “Point & Click” 6. Time Management. 5. “You know…” 4. Grade 3. Important? 2. Big Dogs
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Prologue Getting Ready for Prime Time 1-2
Why Read Introduction? 10. Minimum Wage 9. Money’s Worth 8. Professional Behavior 7. “Point & Click” 6. Time Management 5. “You know…” 4. Grade 3. Important? 2. Big Dogs 1. Test!!!
Comparing the Salaries of High School and College Grads (In Thousands)
Education and Earnings Average Annual Earnings for Workers Ages 25+ In Thousands Source: USA Today
Attend Listen Notes Study Place Read Flash Cards Toolkit CD-ROM Study Groups Review Study Hints
Sleep/Eat Necessary Materials Relax Directions Read All Answers Answer All Careful T/F Organize- Essay ReviewTest Test Hints
Time Management • Weekly Goals • “To Do” List • Daily Schedule • Prepare for Next Day • Weekly/Monthly Schedules • Space Out Work • Defend Study Time • Time for Fun
Professor Supplements Outside Readings Experience- Yours & Classmates Outside Contacts Internet PowerWeb- www.mhhe.com/ub7e Library Course Resources
Learning Goals Progress Assessments/Critical Thinking Questions Key Terms Boxes Chapter Summaries Skills Exercises Net Exercises Casing the Web Cross-Reference System Text
Succeed in Course/School Assess Skills & Personality Learn Business Strategies Professional Behavior Career Success
Professional Behavior • 1st Impression • Good Grooming • On Time • Considerate • “Netiquette” • Cell Phone • Prepared
Keys to Career Self-Reliance • Situation: Consider yourself a business • Specify/Identify: Specify your expertise & identify what you have to offer • Target/Market: Define who may be interested in your skills • Quality/Satisfaction: Focus on your performance & the customer • Expand/Improve: Invest in research/personal development • Change: Be willing to change business/careers
Key Career Questions Are you open to change? Do you have achievable goals? Are you prepared to work hard? Are you willing to listen to coaches/mentors?
Search Strategy • Self-Analysis • Work You Enjoy • Network • Internet • Cover Letter/Resume • Interview Skills • Follow Up
Good Job Hunting Skills Respect your Current Employer Be Selective About Interviews Be Honest About Your Past Allow Time For Search Network Like Crazy Source: CIO, “Trendlines- Good Job Hunting” by Jeffrey Seglin, 2/1/02
How To Grow A Career • Enjoy What You Do • Never Stop Learning • Get Some International Experience • Think About New Business Opportunities • Be Willing to Work in Teams & Help Others Grow on the Job
Salary.com- www.salary.com SalaryExpert.com- www.salaryexpert.com CareerJournal.com- www.careerjournal.com Occupational Outlook Handbook- http://stats.bls.gov (go to Publications- Occupational Outlook Handbook) Salary Structure Websites