Career Development
What is self-assessment?
The act or process of analyzing and evaluating oneself or one's actions.
What is a Gap Year?
A gap year is a year spent taking time off between life stages for example a year between high school and college.
Do you need a resume?
Yes
What is a Labor Union?
a Union formed to help workers, led by the American Federation of Labor, which organized skilled workers into unions.
What are some non-verbal ways to communicate?
Body language
Gestures
How we dress/act
How we stand
Even our scent
What is Personality?
Individual differences in characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
What is a SUNY School?
The State University of New York
Does experience matter when looking for a job?
Yes experience is very important.
State one reason to join a Professional Organization
Enhance your knowledge
Take charge of your career
Build a better resume
Networking
Develop skills
Be a leader
Become a mentor
Support system
What is Communication?
Communication is simply the act of transferring information from one place, person or group to another.
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN GOAL SETTING?
Thinking about the destination or something you want/need, which you acquire by taking certain steps.
Whats the Difference Between Private and Public Schools?
Private universities and colleges are institutions not owned or funded by governments while a public university/College receives significant public funds through the government.
What information is required for a job application?
Personal information
Education and experience
Employment history
References
Availability
Certifications
Additional documents
The problems of joining a Professional Organization?
Membership fees
Attend meetings and seminars
Prove expensive - spend money on lunches, dinners etc.
Follow the set procedures
Categories of verbal communication?
Considered spoken word
Face-to-face
Telephone
Radio
Television
Other media (apps)
Whats are the 2 types of Goals?
Short term and long term
Whats Does a Gap Year Do?
a gap year Provides time for traveling, volunteering, learning a new language, or experiencing any number of other activities for personal growth.
What is a Cover Letter?
a letter of introduction attached to or accompanying another document such as a résumé or a curriculum vitae.
What are Professional Organizations?
A Professional Organization is an association that is formed to further the interests of people engaged in a specific profession, to advance a particular profession, and serve the public good.
What are some factors that influence how we perceive (think of) what others are saying or doing (non-verbal) ?
Emotions
Cultural situations
Way of communication
Even location
What does SMART goals stand for
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Time bound
The major components of most university admissions requirements
Academic Course Requirements
Grades (GPA)
Standardized Tests Scores - SAT / ACT
Sources of Job opportunities
Job websites
Networking
Internships
Help wanted signs
Work-based learning
Public and private employment agencies
Job fairs
Print media
The different kinds of Professional Organizations are...?
Certifying bodies, Professional regulatory bodies
What are some examples of written communications?
Letters
Emails
Social media
Books/Magazines
Internet
Texts
Other media/apps
Faxes
Postcards
Contracts
Telegrams