Main Body
12.9 Chapter Activities — College Success
12.9 Chapter Activities
Chapter Review
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Explain the difference between a job and a career. ____________________________________
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List three ways in which the employment environment is changing. What does this mean to you?
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What is your life’s mission? ____________________________________
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What is your Holland occupational type? What kinds of occupations should you explore based on your results?_____________________________________
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List two work-related skills and five transferable skills you have.
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What are some ways you can gain experience and explore career options before you get your degree?
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What are some of the factors you should consider when choosing a major or field of study?
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Why is networking so important?_____________________________________
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List four or five qualities of successful networking.
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Many people are shy about networking. How would you recommend they overcome this? ____________________________________
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What is the primary purpose of a résumé?____________________________________
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What should the body of a résumé focus on?____________________________________
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What is the purpose of a cover letter?____________________________________
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What are the three types of interviews and what are their objectives?
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List three things you should do to prepare for an interview.
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Make an Action List
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Two things I will do to further my career exploration in… |
Actions | How I will know I accomplished each action |
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| The next two weeks | 1. | |
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| The next two months | 1. | |
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| The next two years | 1. | |
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