A commitment to a profession that requires continued training and offers a clear path for occupational growth.
career
An employment position obtained mainly to earn money, without regard for interests or opportunities for advancement.
job
The process of making and using contacts to obtain and update career information.
networking
A company visit or meeting at which one gathers information about a career or an organization.
informational interview
The development of an employment position that matches your skills with the needs of an organization.
Job creation
A summary of a person’s education, training, experience, and other job qualifications.
résumé
A letter that accompanies a résumé and is designed to express interest in a job and obtain an interview.
cover letter
The formal meeting to discuss a job candidate’s qualifications in detail.
interview
Also referred to as cafeteria-style benefits are programs that allow workers to base their job benefits on a credit system and personal needs.
Flexible employee benefit programs
An experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person in a career field.
mentor
Certain traits that are adaptable to most work situations …
- An ability to work well with others in a variety of settings.
- A desire to do tasks better than they have to be done.
- An interest in reading a wide variety and a large quantity of materials.
- A willingness to cope with conflict.
- An ability to anticipate problems.
- A knowledge of technology and computer software.
- An ability to solve problems creatively in team settings.
- A knowledge of research techniques and library resources.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- An understanding of both their motivation and the motivation of others.
Natural abilities that people possess
Aptitudes
Determine the activities that give you the most satisfaction.
Interest inventories
A vital ingredient in career choice
flexibility
A benefit on which you won’t have to pay income tax, but a tax-deferredbenefit will
result in the payment of income tax at some time in the future, such as at retirement
tax-exempt benefit
