Prep CC Units 1-7

How can having several career options be an advantage and a problem?

Advantage= jobs are easier to find and you have more chooses Problem= education costs more and is longer

Which of the following states the law of supply and demand?

All things being equal, the higher the price of a good or service, the lower the demand will be for that good or service.

Workplace policies are often presented in an employee handbook.

An employee handbook is a book that details an employer's expectations for workplace attire, professional etiquette, day-to-day procedures, and more. It is usually provided to employees by the human resources department during the hiring process. The handbook lays out correct procedures and ensures consistent company-wide behavior.

Know these

Business Administration Food Service Medicine Sales Teaching/Social Service Technology Finance

Ed goes to law school in preparation for his career since his parents are lawyers he establishes a career plan with the intention of following his families chosen path which in turn becomes the focus of his own career which of the following is this an example of?

Career Expectations

Consensus means agreement or compromise.

Consensus-decision making seeks to resolve the minority's objections to the majority opinion to achieve a compromise. This type of decision making results in the most agreeable decision possible for all parties involved.

Steps in the Problem-Solving Process

1. Set the tone for cooperation. 2. Define the problem. 3. Compromise with others involved. 4. Consider all perspectives of the problem. 5. Identify causes of the problem. 6. Define the solution. 7. Prioritize steps to solving the problem. 8. Assess how effectively the solution is working. 9. Make any needed changes to the solution. 10. Repeat steps 7 and 8 as necessary until resolution is achieved.

Which of these principles will be most helpful to a young person deciding on a career?

A realistic assessment of your abilities and interest will help you find an appropriate career.

Surplus

A situation in which quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded

According to rankings by many people over the years what is the number one expectation that people have for a job they will enjoy?

Doing work that makes the best use of one's abilities and creates the feeling of accomplishment.

Employee Evaluations

Employee evaluations serve to motivate employees and allow opportunities for personal and professional development. When employees are recognized for their hard work and accomplishments, employee morale and productivity goes up.

The I-9 Form

Employment eligibility verification form, used for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Extrovert/Introvert

Extrovert= might just be naturally outgoing and expressive. Introvert= might be born shy, or preferring to be alone

Which statement most accurately describes what can happen to jobs in a bad economy?

Fewer Jobs become availability and services become more expensive

Personal financial advisers

Help individuals plan budgets, purchase insurance, minimize tax responsibility, fund retirement plans, and do estate planning

Lower cost means

Higher quantity

Hourly Wages

Hourly workers agree to be paid a set hourly wage for a certain number of hours per week.

Overtime

Hourly-paid workers are entitled to overtime pay, which is usually one and a half times the normal hourly rate. Hourly workers are also called non-exempt workers because they have the right to earn overtime. For example, if you worked 45 hours one week, you worked 5 hours overtime. If your normal hourly rate is $10, what is your overtime rate? You are correct if you said it is $15 because 10 multiplied by one and a half is 15.

Values Hobbies Personality Interests People Skills Skills or interests not covered in the questionnaire

I believe that people should have balance in their lives. My hobbies include reading, writing, and multimedia design. I am an outgoing person and love to attend social gatherings.I know a lot about using computer programs. I am very proficient at using graphic design software. I would like to know more about coding HTML.I like to play outdoor games. People feel inspired when they spend time with me.After I spend time with people, I feel happy. I know I can help people learn new tasks. When I help people learn something new, I feel like I am making a difference.

analyze your personality

INFJ

Why is career planning important?

It can help you narrow down your options at the training you need.

Which of the following is the term for day-to-day in long-term tasks you are assigned to complete?

Job Responsibilities

Suppose a school needs to hire two new teachers but there are 20 recent College graduates hoping to get a job at that school what is this an example of?

Job Shortage

Which of the following are examples of lifelong learning?

Lifestyle and Reading

Higher price means

Lower demand

Ethics, or morals, = principles of right and wrong.

Values = beliefs or moral standards.

Which statement was true in the past but is not generally true today?

Young people tend to go into the same job that their parents and grandparents did.

job objective

a career goal that states the position you are seeking and the skills you possess that make you qualified

Tourism industry

a group of businesses that encompass travel/transportation vendors for air, rail, auto, cruise, and motor-coach travel, and promote travel and vacations

entrepreneur

a person who is willing to take on the risk of starting a business.At the same time, certain people would rather work for themselves than for other people. Entrepreneurs can run businesses as varied as web design start-ups, car washes, and nail salons. In a difficult economy, a little entrepreneurship might help you create the job of your dreams.

resume

a summary of your education, work experience, volunteer service, awards, and other information relevant to your prospective job.

Job Outlook

a type of career and labor market research that provides information about quantity and availability of jobs in the future.

Services

actions taken by other people that fulfill a need or want (education healthcare communication transportation entertainment)

Services

actions that meet a particular need and can be done for a fee. Examples of services include tutoring, lawn service, housecleaning, and physical therapy.

Emotional Qualities

adaptability to change level of decisiveness sense of humor feelings of anger, fear, jealousy, or anxiety ability to feel love and commitment

Intern

an advanced student or graduate usually in a professional field (as medicine or teaching) who is gaining supervised practical experience (as in a hospital or classroom). Internships are often unpaid positions. Before you accept an internship, you must decide whether the on-the-job training you will receive is valuable enough to justify working without pay.

Business

an organization that designs, creates, and sells products and/or services to consumers and other organizations for a variety of purposes.

Junior Achievement (JA)

an organization that provides K-12 students with hands-on education in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and workforce readiness. The main goal of this organization is to help students develop a vision, discover their potential, and learn about the basic requirements of becoming an entrepreneur.

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)

an organization whose mission is to provide entrepreneurship education programs to young people from low-income communities. It is designed to redirect street smarts into academic and business skills.

Expectation

an outcome or event that a person anticipates or looks forward to

Goods

objects that fulfill a need or want

Hospitality

career field includes lodging, food service, tourism, and other related jobs. Hospitality workers strive to make people feel at home when they go out to dinner or take vacations. When people dine out, they want good food, fast service, and a clean and inviting atmosphere

associate's degree

community colleges, some four-year colleges 2 years radiation therapist web developer physical therapist assistant petroleum technician

Architects

plan and design houses, factories, office buildings, and other structures.

Letters of Resignation

date employer contact information salutation first body paragraph: State that you are resigning and the date you intend to leave. middle body paragraph: Thank your employer for giving you opportunities to develop and hone your skills. Use one or two specific examples, if you wish. final body paragraph: Conclude your letter with an offer to do what you can to help your manager prepare for your departure. close: Include a formal closing, like "sincerely" or "respectfully." signature: Include a typed AND handwritten signature.

Communications

deals with how people share information.

cover letter

describes why you are applying for the job and what specifically you can offer the company

Assertive

direct people and enforce policies

Ways of behaving

dominating a conversation seeking out opportunities for entertainment preferring to be alone using insults or giving compliments overeating or obsessive dieting

Systematic

don't like change,common and same plan for every day

bachelor's degree

four-year college or university 4 years teacher general operations manager sales engineer software applications developer

The following are examples of values one person could have:

friendship and family—being a loyal friend and family member hard work—working hard to better the community creativity—practicing and building your own creativity fun—taking time to have fun and enjoy life spirituality—having faith and inner peace

Leaving Your Job

give adequate notice—Refer to your employee handbook or employment contract to determine how many days of notice you need to give your employer before leaving your current position. Most companies require at least two weeks' notice. letter of resignation—Write a professional letter of resignation. You want to leave your current position in a professional manner. When possible, deliver the letter of resignation in person. However, if your current circumstances prevent a face-to-face meeting, you may send a formal notification e-mail to your supervisor or manager notification—Notify your supervisor or manager of your intent to leave before you tell your friends and coworkers. current project status—Create a document outlining all of your current unfinished projects. Send it to your supervisor or manager so the company has a way to identify the status of your projects after you leave. letter of recommendation—If appropriate, ask your current supervisor or manager for a letter of recommendation. Having a positive letter of recommendation from your former supervisor or manager will help you find a new job. exit interview—If required, participate in an exit interview with your supervisor, manager, or a member of the human resources department. You may be asked to explain why you have decided to leave your job. You may also be asked to describe what you liked or disliked about working for your former employer.

social services

government services provided for the benefit of the community, such as education, medical care, and housing.

The total amount of money you are paid in each pay period is called your

gross income.

Persuasive

guide, influence and motivate people

Administration

in business involves managing people and resources to meet the goals and objectives of the business.

Public financial jobs

include working for a governmental agency such as the state, city, or school district.

transportation industry

includes careers based on moving people or cargo from one place to another.

technological advancement

introduces new techniques or methods so that firms can produce more valuable outputs per unit of input

engineering

involves the design, manufacture, and use of various types of machinery, technology, and buildings. Engineering is a versatile field, so jobs exist in many fields such as medicine, manufacturing, and science.

Discrimination

involves treating certain people differently than you do those who are similar to you.

responsibility

is a burden, task, or duty that a person is required to do. Responsibilities are duties and obligations.

Confrontation

is a communication technique to address a negative situation by expressing expectations and feelings, such as anger and disappointment. Confrontation is also a way to discuss a solution. Direct confrontation is a respectful way to communicate with others to make your feelings known.

Harassment

is unwanted, sometimes persistent, behavior directed at a specific person that annoys, offends, or abuses a person. Harassment can come in the form of verbal, written, or physical attacks and remarks.

Allied Health

is used to identify a group of health professions that are supervised by doctors but that deal directly with patient health.

Products

items that can be produced and sold. Examples of products are phones, televisions, magazines, furniture, computers, and cars. Products can also include things such as music, videos, and live performances.

skilled trades

jobs that are completed with specific hands-on skills. Examples of such jobs include welders, electricians, and automotive technicians

Finance

may be described as the way that businesses manage money, investments, and credit.

Prejudice

means evaluating people based on misconceptions and stereotypes. Stereotypes are popularly held beliefs about a group of people that don't account for individual differences.

Flex time

means that you can work from home all or some of the time, create your own hours, and/or work from a site outside the office. Because of greater connectivity through cell phones and wireless Internet, more and more workers are able to take advantage of this benefit.

Job Surplus

more jobs than people higher wages

Job shortages

more people than jobs lower wages

Recession

more sales on overstocked goods and lay of workers

The amount of money that remains after taxes, Social Security, health care premiums, retirement account contributions, and other deductions is called

net income.

Personal fufilment

type of work security company advancement co-workers pay supervision hours benefits working conditions

master's degree

university 6 years occupational therapist school administrator nurse midwife economist

doctoral degree

university 8 years medical doctor lawyer research scientist professor

community services

volunteering

Public Service Workers

who deliver services and financing that is provided by the government to people in their jurisdiction.

Make Better Use of Your Time

There are a significant number of ways to make better use of your time, including the following: being adaptable but focused on your task taking advantage of downtime combining tasks to get more done in the same amount of time remaining focused on your work and helping your coworkers to do the same listening carefully and working efficiently controlling recreational email and Internet usage making more effective use of phone calls working in study groups and participating in meetings

Qualities Required for Workplace Success

Punctuality Honesty and Trustworthiness Listening Skills Problem-solving Social Skills Communication Teamwork

When defining your values, which of the following factors should you consider?

Purpose of Jobs

How does your skill set relate to a future career?

Skills acquired while working at part-time jobs, volunteer work, and hobbies may be useful in future jobs

Which of the following publications are helpful when you are exploring different career options?

The Occupational Outlook Handbook The Guide for Occupational Exploration The Occupational Outlook Quarterly

manufacturing

The process of making a raw material into a finished product; especially in large quantities.

legal services

assist individuals or businesses in seeking legal help in civil or criminal matters

Decision Making Process

1. Define the decision to be made. 2. Brainstorm all possible choices. 3. Consider and evaluate the consequences. 4. Select the best choice and act. 5. Evaluate the results.

Steps to Confrontation

Identify your feelings. Are you angry, disappointed, confused, or hurt? Why are you feeling this way? You always have a right to feel the way you do. But sometimes, your feelings are not justified. So, be sure to identify whether your feelings are a direct result of someone else's actions. Or you may be simply overreacting or reacting to a completely different situation and taking it out on the wrong person. Think about whether your rights are being violated. If you think they are, identify which rights are being violated and by whom. This will help you identify whether your feelings are misplaced or not. Identify the behavior that has upset you. You've already identified why you are feeling upset. Now, pinpoint the exact behavior that made you feel this way. Who is responsible for upsetting you? Try looking at the situation from this person's perspective. Why do you think she acted the way she did? Do you think she is upset, too? Does she have a right to be upset? Take the person aside and state your problem. Tell the person how her behavior made you feel. Be assertive and direct. But don't make accusations because it could make the person feel hurt or offended; they may become defensive and not think rationally. Emphasize yourself and keep your statements neutral. Suggest a solution. Tell the person what she can do to correct the situation. If you don't both agree with this suggestion, don't become upset or verbally aggressive. Sit down and discuss other possible solutions until you come up with an agreement. Allow the other person to express his opinion. Listen to what the other person says with an open mind. Restate what he is saying in your own words to make sure you understand. For example, you might say, "So, what you're saying is. . ." and reword his statements. This will ensure that you are both on the same track. Even if it takes a lot of going back and forth to come to an agreement, don't get defensive or angry. Avoid making the other person angry. Remember that your goal is not to argue; your goal is to discuss. Thank the other person. Once you and the other person have decided on a corrective action or solution to the problem, thank him for taking the time to talk to you and for attempting to remedy the situation.

Tips for Giving Presentations

Make the purpose of the presentation clear. Always start your presentation by introducing yourself with confidence. Display the title slide as you introduce yourself and explain the purpose of your presentation. Be sure this introduction is attention-getting in order to capture your audience's interest. Your title slide should include the title of the presentation, your name, and the date. In some cases, it may be appropriate to ask the audience if the stated purpose is appropriate for their needs and if it is what they expected. If there are several presentations going on at once in a building, someone may not be in the right room! Know your audience. Just like with any type of communication, knowing your audience is key to the success of a presentation. Be sure to address your audience's needs and wants—and attention spans—during your presentation. Be sure to know how much your audience already knows about the subject on which you are speaking. Also, assess any preconceptions or attitudes towards the topic that your audience might have. Addressing these issues is essential in a successful presentation. Plan for time constraints. All presentations have time constraints—whether they are formal or casual. Even if time isn't an issue, your audience will think it is. If your presentation runs too long, they will get bored and anxious. On the other hand, don't rush through your slides. Before giving your presentation, rehearse it several times with a sample audience (a group of friends or family) so you know how long the presentation will take and make adjustments as necessary. Know your topic well. Be sure to do your research and have a strong understanding of material. Discuss each topic in a logical order so the presentation is easy to follow. Cover the topic thoroughly, but do not include excess information. Also mention references for information when appropriate; this will ensure the content of your presentation looks credible. You should have rehearsed your presentation so many times that you are completely comfortable with it. It should flow smoothly but shouldn't sound memorized. Don't read your presentation; talk to your audience loudly and clearly. It's important that you look comfortable to your audience. If they can tell you are nervous or tense, your credibility will suffer. If you know your topic well and are comfortable and confident, you shouldn't have to read your presentation to the audience. The audience can read for themselves. Rather, talk to your audience in a loud, clear voice. It helps to speak louder than you think you should and ask if everyone in the room can hear you. Also, provide anecdotes and casual conversation to make your audience feel comfortable and interested. Use hand gestures to reduce fidgeting, which is another sign of nervousness. Address graphics and illustrations. If you include graphics or illustrations in your digital presentation, be sure to address each one and explain the meaning of each. Maintain eye contact with your audience. Be sure to look at everybody in your audience—not just the people on the front row or those in the center of the room. Make a point to look at those in the back or on the sides of the room as well. You want everyone in your audience to feel included. This will also help to keep their attention. Stand to the audience's left of the screen. In America, people read from left to right. So your audience's eyes will start on the left side of the screen. If you are standing to the right of the screen, your audience will have to jump from you over the entire screen before they can begin reading it. If you are standing to the left of the screen, however, their eyes will take a natural path from you to the screen and across the presentation content. Distribute paper copies of your presentation. Distributing paper copies of your presentation is beneficial in several ways. It will alleviate your viewers' need to take such rigorous notes but will provide them with something to take notes on if they want to jot down a few points that you mention. Plus, any viewers who can't see the screen well will be able to follow along in their paper presentations. Finally, having both paper and digital presentations accounts for various types of learners. Some people learn better simply by listening to you speak, while others will learn better by having the visual presentation. Still others learn better when they can physically touch the paper presentation and take their own notes on it. Conclude your presentation. Don't end your presentation with an abrupt comment like, "That's all I've got." Take a few minutes to restate the purpose of the presentation, summarize the key points, or make recommendations. Then, give everyone in the audience an opportunity to ask questions and thank them for their time.

Five general categories of skills

Mathematics and Data Words and Literacy Tools and Tasks Interpersonal Relationships Creativity

Careers that relate to each skill categorie

Mathematics and Data= engineering finance scientific research Words and Literacy= education law journalism Tools and Tasks= construction agriculture skilled trades Interpersonal Relationships= Relationships counseling sales hospitality Creativity= art music animation

Apprenticeship

One bound by legal agreement to work for another for a specific amount of time in return for instruction in a trade, art, or business

Construction workers

build, maintain, and repair houses and other structures.

What can people with the same job title do?

Perform different duties or tasks related to that job title.

Which of the following is an example of a Job Surplus?

The demand for roofers is higher than the number of people willing to do roofing.

Trade and Technical Schools

Trade schools offer hands-on education. There are no general education courses to pay for, you can get a degree from a trade school in just a few months, or up to two years for more complex trades. Example jobs: dental hygienists EMT nurses chefs mechanics

Rules for Formatting Business Letters

Use a professional grade, bright white 8½ x 11 paper. Typically, a 24-lb, 100+ brightness is suggested. Use 1-inch margins all the way around the page. Use a professional typeface at an appropriate size, like 12 point Times New Roman, 11 point Georgia, or 11 point Arial. Make text single-spaced. Print only on one side of the paper. Mail the letter in a No. 10 envelope (4 1/8" by 9 ½").

How to Achieve Your Career Goals

What kind of job within your chosen career field do you wish to pursue? How far do you wish to progress in your field? What types of training and education will best prepare you for the field and your particular goals within that field? What colleges or universities will offer the best quality education that you can afford? Or, if college isn't an option or desire, what kinds of on-the-job training are available? What are realistic ways of funding your education based on your personal financial circumstances?

Employee Handbooks

anti-discrimination policies: These policies outline the business's compliance with laws concerning discrimination and harassment. benefits policies: These policies explain health benefits, retirement plans, wellness programs, and other company-provided benefits. compensation policies: These policies describe what employees can expect to see on their paychecks. However, they also relate pay schedules, performance review and salary increase processes, and information about breaks and bonuses. computer and internet security policies: These policies detail appropriate use of company software and computers and how to keep client and employee data safe. standards and professional behavior policies: These policies communicate the company's dress code and ethical expectations. workplace safety and security policies: These policies include information about reporting accidents, injuries, and potential safety hazards, dealing with hazardous weather, and maintaining secure records. work schedules and leave policies:- Work schedule policies list schedules and identify attendance, punctuality, and reporting absences as the employee's responsibility. Flexible schedules and telecommuting may also be addressed. Leave policies outline information about vacation, holidays, bereavement, sick leave, and family medical leave.

Skills

are abilities you have gained from experiences or formal training

Values

are beliefs that you consider to be important

Medium-term goals

are broader goals that you aim to reach within several weeks to a few months. You must meet several short-term goals in order to reach a medium-term goal. Throwing a Christmas party or researching colleges would be medium-term goals. Each of these goals requires you to complete several short-term goals in order to meet it. Throwing a successful Christmas party could include such short-term goals as planning a menu, sending out invitations, decorating the house, doing the grocery shopping, and cooking.

Carbon copies

are copies of documents or messages that are sent to third parties. For example, if you sent a message to all the students in your English class, you might send a courtesy copy of the message to your English teacher as well, just so he is aware of what's going on.

Commissions

are earnings based on how much a person sells. The rate of commission varies by job and career type. It is also affected by a person's past sales history.

Continuing education programs

are educational opportunities for adults. These programs are usually offered as short, part-time courses to avoid conflicting with work schedules and family responsibilities.

Pensions

are funds a company places into retirement accounts for working employees. When those employees retired, or stopped working, the employees could live off those pension funds for the rest of their lives or until the funds ran out.

Long-term goals

are general goals that you aim to reach in the far future. Graduating high school and climbing Mt. Everest are examples of long-term goals. Thinking about a long-term goal by itself can be a little intimidating. Splitting a long-term goal into short- and medium-term goals will make it seem less overwhelming. Completing a series of short-term goals and medium-term goals will help you track your progress toward your main goal. A medium-term goal related to graduating high school might be taking and passing all the required classes for graduation. Short-term goals might include studying for your English midterm exam, writing an essay for your World History class, and reading Romeo and Juliet.

Unions

are organized groups of employees who support each other in bargaining with their employers. You've heard the saying that "two is better than one." A group of people has more power than a single individual. A union offers employees the power of a group, which gives them more leverage when bargaining with their employer.

Dependents

are people who rely on another for support.

Natural resources

are resources such as animals, forests, minerals, water, and wind that are found in nature

Policies

are rules that define how a company does business, handles information, and treats its clients and employees.

Emoticons

are symbols created with typed characters that convey emotions. For example, ":)" denotes happiness. Like Internet slang, emoticons have their place but are typically considered unprofessional.

Corporate jobs

are those that help companies manage their finances.

Benefits

are those things that make your job more desirable in addition to the wages you receive. Look in detail at some benefits that companies typically offer and advertise in their job opening announcements.

Skilled Trades

are trades such as electrical work or plumbing that require the completion of hands-on tasks

Short-term goals

are very specific goals that you aim to reach within about a week. For example, mowing the lawn and writing a resume are short-term goals. You might think of short-term goals simply as tasks.

certification

is a credential you can earn to show that you have specific skills or knowledge. It is usually tied to an occupation, technology, or industry. Colleges, universities, and professional organizations offer training and certifications for a variety of careers. Private companies that specialize in a particular field or technology, like Microsoft or Cisco, usually offer certifications too. Depending on the type of certification you get, you may have to renew it within a specific time period. Some careers require certifications. The following are just a few of the fields that often require licenses: health care careers, such as doctors, dental assistants, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) jobs that provide personal care, such as barbers and cosmetologists careers in the trades, like locksmiths, electricians, and plumbers mental health services, such as psychologists and counselors

problem

is a difficulty that needs to be addressed.

Respect

is a feeling or understanding that someone or something is important or serious, and should be treated in an appropriate way. Respect does not necessarily mean revering or looking up to somebody. Instead, it simply means showing consideration for other people by recognizing their needs and feelings.

W-4 Form (Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate)

is a form that determines how much of an employee's pay should be withheld for federal income tax. If you don't fill out your W-4 form correctly, your employer might not withhold enough money from your paycheck. That could leave you with a big bill to pay at tax time. On the other hand, withholding too much money from your pay makes it hard to pay monthly living expenses.

agenda

is a list or outline of things to be considered or completed. Don't let other people dominate the conversation with personal matters. If you deviate too much from your agenda, you are wasting time. It's best to write out the agenda before the meeting and pass a copy to everyone involved. That way, if the group gets off track, you can refer back to it. Check off each item from the list as it is resolved.

mentor

is a person who guides you through your job responsibilities and offers helpful feedback. A formal mentor can be anyone in your office with more experience more experienced than you are.

Exemption

is a reduction in taxable income. There are two types of exemptions: personal exemptions and exemptions for dependents.

401(k) plan

is a retirement plan in which employers withhold a percentage of the employee's salary before deducting taxes. The employee chooses how much money the employer sets aside, usually between 1% and 25%. This pre-tax money is placed into a variety of investment plans, which the employee chooses. These investment plans are usually in the form of mutual funds, which are collections of stock, bonds, and money market investments.

Roth IRA

is a retirement plan in which employers withhold a percentage of the employee's taxable income. Like the 401(k), employers often match employee contributions to Roth IRAs. Unlike the 401(k) plan, however, Roth IRA funds are not taxed upon withdrawal.

stock option

is a right granted by a corporation to officers or employees as a form of compensation that allows purchase of corporate stock at a fixed price usually within a specified period. Sometimes, employees are given the option of purchasing company stock at a reduced or fair market price from their companies.

procedure

is a set of steps or standards that describe how to complete a task.

resolution

is a solution that is satisfactory to everyone involved.

Comp time

is additional time off given to employees who work unpaid overtime.

Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)

is an organization whose mission is to motivate, develop, and help youth and volunteers learn about innovative leadership and service in the global community. HOBY uses volunteers to provide leadership training to high-potential high school students. They also offer service learning and motivational classes. The training helps prepare students for possible business ownership.

subject line of your email message

is extremely important. The subject line of an email is the title of the e-mail message. It is only a short phrase that summarizes the contents of the email. The subject line is the first part of the email message your recipients will see. If the subject line is not informative or credible, your recipients might not even bother to open the email! The subject line should tell the recipient exactly what the email is about.

Rights

is something that a person is or should be morally or legally allowed to have, get, or do .

Unfair dismissal

is the act of firing an employee without just cause. Employers are legally prohibited from firing an employee without a justifiable reason. They are also required by law to give their employees an opportunity to defend themselves before they are fired.

Salary

is the amount of money paid to an employee for a certain period of work such as a year. For example, an employee could make $40,000 per year (that is before taxes) and receive parts of that salary at certain intervals throughout the year.

Metacognition

is the awareness or analysis of one's own learning or thinking processes. It involves the ability to reflect on, evaluate, and modify these cognitive processes and strategies. Metacognition is a necessary part of mental growth—to being an independent, mature, successful person.

Minimum wage

is the minimum hourly rate at which employers must pay their workers. It was originally a part of the Fair Labor Standards Act in 1938 when minimum wage was set at $0.25.

Agriculture

is the science or occupation of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock

delegate

is to assign authority and responsibility to another. When supervisors delegate tasks to you, they are trusting you to complete those tasks on their behalf. Your supervisor will be held responsible for how well you perform your task

confidentiality

is to protect private or secret information

labor laws

protect the rights of employees, employers, companies, and organizations.

Personal Services

provide services for the well-being and personal improvement of individual consumers

Internet slang

refers to a set of accepted abbreviations for common phrases. For example, TTYL is Internet slang for "talk to you later," and BTW is Internet slang for "by the way." Internet slang makes communication more efficient in casual, friendly situations but shouldn't be used in a professional setting.

Artists

strive to create something meaningful by using their skills and imagination.

Economy

the process by which goods and services are produce sold and bought

self-actualization

the process of fully developing and using one's abilities.

Demand

the quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to buy

Supply

the quantity of something that producers have available for sale

Job responsibilities

the specific tasks and duties associated with a particular job

Why do you think new jobs develop each year?

there is more advances or changes in technology

Wants

things that make life easier or more enjoyable

Needs

things you can't live without (food water shelter)

What is the key to finding personal fulfillment in your job?

to engage in lifelong learning

code

to write instructions for a computer.