What's the problem?
Dennis works at Marriott. He has a co-worker named Evan who is very nice to him. But, Evan always sneaks out of work early and asks Dennis to finish the work. Dennis wants to help, but he doesn’t even have time to finish his own jobs.
What should Dennis do ?
Answers will vary
Who is more likely to be injured at work? Older workers or Younger workers and why?
Younger
workers
because...likely
to lack work
experience
and/or proper
training. Also,
they are less
likely to speak
up or ask
questions at
work
Hard Skills Transferable Skills Soft Skills
__ are specific abilities you can learn on the job.
__ are personal traits and habits you possess.
__ are skills that can be used in many different jobs.
Hard Skills are specific abilities you can learn on the job.
Soft Skills are personal traits and habits you possess.
Transferable Skills are skills that can be used in many different jobs.
What is a pay stub and what are 3 things that you will find on pay stub?
Official document provided with each paycheck.
possible answers:
payment period, hours worked, deductions, net pay, gross pay
What must males do when they turn 18 in the U.S.?
Register for Selective Service
There is a strict policy which prohibits texting during work hours. Your employer has caught you numerous times texting during work hours. He is threatening to fire you.
How could you solve this problem?
Answer vary
Leave phone at home or in the car to avoid being tempted
. Alternatives to a four-year college include:
a) military service
b) Trade schools, apprenticeships, certifications
c) Immediate workforce entry
d) All of the above
D) All of the above
Taking initiative means
a) Always waiting for instructions
b) Doing the minimum required
c) Proactively identifying and solving problems
d) Avoiding additional responsibilities
Proactively identifying and solving problems
What is the difference between Net Pay and Gross Pay?
Net Pay is the amount you take home after deductions.
Gross Pay is total earnings before deductions.
BONUS (50 points) : What is another commonly used term for Net Pay?
Which of the following is NOT a right you gain when you turn 18?
To Vote
To make a will
To drive without a license
To being sued for breaching a contract
To drive without a license
You work at a bakery and a customer is upset because the cake she ordered is the wrong flavor. The customer is causing a scene, threatens legal action, engages in name calling and is being unreasonable
Answers vary..
Acknowledge the customers frustration. Get a manager.
1) Completing tasks on time, taking initiative and following through on tasks are all examples of_______
Integrity Responsibility Accountability
2) Given an example of how someone could take initiative on a job.
1- Responsibility
2) Answers vary
Which is a soft skill and which is a hard skill? Which skills listed below do you think is most important to an employer and why?
Computer Literacy- the ability to use basic computer skills.
Positive Attitude- includes cooperativeness, taking direction and correction willingly, eagerness to learn,
Positive Attitude- this is a soft skill that is an important component of successful teamwork. This is something that employers expect workers to have when the begin working. Computer skills can be taught and not every job involves working on a computer.
Joe is an hourly employee. Joe worked the following hours in 1 week:
Monday 10 hours, Tuesday 8 hours, Wednesday 8 hours, Thursday 8 hours, Friday 8 hours.
Will Joe earn overtime pay? Why or why not?
Yes, Joe worked 42 hours in 1 week. His employer is required to pay him 2 hours of overtime pay.
What is jury duty and how are people called to serve on a jury?
Jury duty is a civic responsibility where citizens are selected to serve as jurors in court trials
Potential jurors are selected from public records in your county.
You work at a day care center and enjoy your job. Recently, you notice the other employees at the day care center have had their hours increased and your hours have been reduced. They have not provided any reasoning for the reduction of hours.
What are some possible reasons this happened and what you you do about it?
Answer vary
1) Being honest and truthful, maintaining confidentiality, adhering to ethical standards are all examples of __
Integrity Responsibility Accountability
2) Give an example of job and why maintaining confidentiality would be important?
1) Integrity
2) Answers will vary
What is another term for being fired from a job?
Terminated
Joe worked 42 hours last week. He earns $10 per hour.
What is his gross pay for last week?
40 x $10 = 400
2 hours overtime pay $15.00 x 2 = $ 30
Gross pay $430
1) Is driving a right or a privilege?
2)Why should you never drive while intoxicated or get in the car with someone that is intoxicated?
3) What could you do if someone you are with is about to drive while intoxicated?
1) A privilege that can be revoked at any age.
2) Answers will vary but should include.. can be a fatal mistake
3) Answers will vary ... take away keys, call an uber, if necessary call the police.
Marcus is a 16-year-old who works part-time at a car wash. Lately, one of his coworkers, Tyler, has been leaving tasks unfinished, like not putting away cleaning supplies or skipping steps in the washing process. This causes more work for Marcus and sometimes results in customer complaints. Marcus is starting to feel frustrated and doesn’t know how to deal with it.
What are some possible ways Marcus could handle this situation?
1) Taking ownership of mistakes, Being transparent, and learning from experiences are all examples of ___
Integrity Responsibility Accountability
2) Your boss told you to get your co-worker Joe and have him help you gather carts before he goes on break. You didn't feel like bothering Joe so you went to gather carts without Joe. The boss sees Joe in the break room and gets angry and tells Joe that he is getting a write up. What should you do?
2) Answers will vary but take ownership of mistake and learn from them.
Responsibility, integrity, accountability, and excellence are all related to ____________
Professionalism
What does minimum wage mean?
BONUS: What is the current minimum wage in Missouri?
1) What is the difference between a tenant and a landlord?
2) What is a security deposit?
1) Tenant is the person(s) that are renting or leasing a property. Landlord is the person who owns or oversees the property.
2) An amount of money normally collected by a landlord that is held as security against property damages, unclean conditions, and unpaid rent.