Vocabulary
A short term job or work project that usually requires a formal commitment, not a paid position
internship
Wow, aren’t you wonderful? Any group you work in is proud to have you! While you may have ideas to contribute to a task, you first need to let the group know how great you are. As the task goes on you want to make sure everyone remembers how wonderful you are so you may need to remind them…even if it means this takes time away from actually achieving the task.
Egomaniac
The ability to complete a task without distractions
attentiveness
Driving instructor trains the truck drivers who transport the ice cream
Education and Training
Other people than family members who will recommend you to an employer
references
You are just really annoyed that you have to do anything and bring your bad mood to the task at hand. People annoy you. Working annoys you. Talking annoys you. Your grumpiness is just who you are and while you might contribute to the task, you aren’t happy about it.
Grumpy Gills
The ability to effectively interact and communicate with others
interpersonal skills
Store manager runs the grocery store
Business Management
You want to know what you will be responsible for on that new job you applied for? What the expectations are? Just ask me. What's my name?
job description
Communicating with people to share information and advice about jobs
Networking
You have all the answers for every problem and know exactly how the task needs to be completed. You are not receptive to the input or feedback of others and might even be annoyed that they have any thoughts to contribute.
Know It All
The ability to effectively organize and plan your time
time management
Dairy Farmer raises and milks the cows
Agriculture
I am the set amount of pay you receive each year. In other words, I am the same amount of money for every paycheck you receive. What is my name?
salary
Define employability skills
qualities that make you a strong candidate for jobs and help you succeed in the workplace, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving
Answers may vary
You lack focus and direction. You enjoy thinking of ideas but then don’t have any follow through. If given a group task you might have a phenomenal idea to share but then don’t really contribute to getting it done. Those clouds outside are really pretty. What are you having for dinner? I need to text my best friend about our plans … wait, what were we doing?
Daydreamer
These 5 basic skills allows you to understand information, express yourself clearly and engage with others
reading, writing, math, speaking and listening
Accountant manages the finances for the ice cream company
Finance
What is the importance of 86,400?
must explain its importance to time management
answers will vary
A group of jobs that require similar skills and knowledge
career cluster
Any task is your task. You enjoy directing others and naturally fall into the role of project manager. You delegate tasks, check on others' work, and encourage the team while also making sure that you constantly progress toward the finish line. You are challenged when others try to take hold of your projects and will push back until you are clearly on top alone.
Leader
These show your character and work ethic; responsible, honest, dependable, flexible
personality traits
Transportation workers supervisor ensures the ice cream is shipped
Transportation and Distribution