Work Ethic
What is a meant by the term, 'work ethic'?
A 'work ethic' is defined as a set of values centered on the importance of doing work and reflected especially in a desire or determination to work hard
What is the assessment task for term 2?
Short-Answer Exam
What are 3 reasons why a person would choose to work, other than for financial reasons?
- Purpose in their life/day
- Socialisation and support networks
- Builds confidence and self-eestem
Not having a job that provides money.
Name 3 groups in our society who can access Government payments.
- Elderly
- Disabled
- Young people/University students
- Indigenous People
- Families
What are some examples of a 'good' work ethic?
Organised, motivated, works well in a team environment, hard worker and consistent
Is the assessment task open book?
No
What are 3 reasons a person would CHOOSE not to work?
- Can live off Government Assistance
- Lack of motivation
- Look after children rather than put them in daycare
Explain what underemployed means.
Not having enough paid work or not doing work that makes full use of their skills and abilities.
Roughly how much would an elderly person's pension provide them each fortnight? (Round up)
$944.30
What are some examples of a 'poor' work ethic?
Late to work, doesn't take pride in their work or appearance, makes excuses, puts people down
When answering the short-answer questions, what is it important to do to boost your response?
Write in full sentences and use examples.
What are 5 reasons a person COULDN'T work?
- Domestic violence
- Mental health
- Disability
- Elderly
- Difficult to find work
- Criminal record
Wage - hourly rate of pay
Salary - Annual amount of money from generally full-time employment
Award - The smallest amount of money that an employer is legally allowed to pay for a particular type of work
List 3 issues or disadvantages of accessing Government Financial Assistance.
- Stigma
- Jumping through hoops and attending appointments
- Your previous qualifications aren't taken into consideration
- Parental income
- Amount isn't enough to live off