Communication
What are the 3 types of communication or Communication Styles?
T/F: Employers don't care what you put on your socials.
False! What you post matters and can prevent you from getting an interview.
It can also cause you to lose your job!
T/F - Having a job you like or love is important. (why?)
True - Enjoy other areas of your life more, physical and mental health, more energy...
What is self-advocacy?
Being able to speak up for yourself, knowing what you need in order to succeed and how to say it or ask for it.
F: think about the difference between responding and reacting to a situation.
True or False: Aggressive communication is for Men, passive communication is for Women.
FALSE - men and women use all 3 communication styles at times. Assertive communication is preferred for everyone!
Your boss expects you to know ALL your job duties after the first day.
False! Training is usually an ongoing process!
List 2+ places you could look for job postings.
online (what websites?), in person/at the business, newspaper
T/F: Going along with the group, even if I don't agree is being a great Self-Advocate!
False.
Who makes decisions in your life?
List- Yourself, teachers, parents, ...
Research ranks these in which order of importance? WHAT you say (the words) or HOW it is said (volume, tone), or your BODY Language
Body Language 55%, HOW - Tone & Volume: 33%, Words: 7%
T/F: Interviewing is easy - no need to be nervous or prepare!
False, we all get nervous and practice can help!
True/False: An interest Inventory will tell me the perfect job for me!
False, they will give you an idea of how your interests may sync to different industries, but you will still have to investigate each type of job further.
After High School, my IEP will give me accommodations I need for employment or for college.
False: Your IEP "ends" when you graduate high school - after that, you have to request accommodations!
What is the first step in making a decision
Clearly state the problem/situation.
Many people who use aggressive communication are thought of as...
a bully, mean-spirited, over-bearing...
T/F: Employers have no way to find out if I lie on an application.
False. Most applications include a statement that employers will run a background check, and ask for references who can often verify information.
List important things to consider when applying for a job/reading a job ad.
Pay, benefits, working conditions/environmental factors, coworkers, hours/shift, type of work, location
What is an accommodation? Give an example
You know what the problem is - what do you do next?
List possible solutions, and pros & cons for each, make the choice/act.
T/F: I can use the same communication style with everyone & things will be fine!
False! Why?
T/F: Employers must provide any accommodation I ask for.
False. Employers are required to have a conversation with an employee about what accommodations are "reasonable." I have to be able to complete the essential job functions with or without accommodations.
POP QUIZ- You don't have internet at home but you need to find a job. Where can you go or who can you call for help?
Library has computers & internet, and newspapers you can use, Community bulletin boards, LIFE CIL, Livingston County Workforce Development, Job Fairs
What is Conflict? Give an example.
2 or more ideas/opinions/interests being opposite from each other. Disagreement
If we don't learn from our actions, we'll repeat the same mistakes over and over.