Careering : The Pocket Guide to Exploring Your Future Career.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Raymond, Tamara S.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Vocational guidance.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (46 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Careering

Place of Publication:

Newburyport : Morgan James Publishing, 2017.

Summary:

Careering offers young people a seamless step-by-step process to help teens avoid career traps. It's the information-packed guide for students, teens and young adults to explore their career future - and its an ideal size for a pocket! Topics include how to explore career options; network effectively; apply for jobs; develop interviewing skills; and conduct oneself once landing a job. The interactive, engaging "workbook" format allows for readers to write their plans, interests and aspirations on blank lines provided. Careering also contains a quick reference guide on participating in college immersion programs; summer camps; competitions; seasonal and entry-level jobs; and internships; and offers other key resources. Plus, Tamara offers advice for teens on how to responsibly use social media, so it doesn't hurt their chances of landing work. Careering offers a practical way to explore, experience and eliminate possible career paths. Specifically, Careering is a concise and easy-to-read pocket guide that helps young people:Evaluate their interests, skills, and passionsIdentify jobs, internships, and volunteer positions that align with their personal gifts Identify multiple career exploration avenues, from camps to summer jobs Put together a resume and references, even if they've never had a "real" job Learn how to network, apply for jobs and develop interviewing skills Learn how to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities Learn how not to use social media if they want to land a job ...and do so much more.

Contents:

Intro

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Acknowledgements

Preface

Introduction

Step 1 How to Begin Careering

Step 2 Opportunities to Explore Different Career Options

Step 3 Key Resources to Help You Explore Different Career Options

Step 4 The Power of Networking

Step 5 Applying

Step 6 Developing Your Interview Skills

Step 7 Congratulations on Your New Job! Now What?

Afterword.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9781683504030

1683504038

OCLC:

1235594710