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Slide1
Planning Your Career and Education
Chapter 5
Slide2Employment Trends of the FutureKeep up with what is happening in the world so that your career does not become
obsolete.
Slide3Learn About Employment TrendsThe Internet
Newspaper
News Programs
Current Magazines
Government Statistics and Publications
Slide4Some Trends for the Future
Slide5Baby Boomers, Generation X, the Millennials and the New Generation Z
Slide6Baby BoomersBorn between 1946 and 1964
Four out of every ten adults today
The population is getting older
How will the Baby Boom generation affect careers of the future?
Slide7Generation XBorn between 1965 and 1977
Slide8Advantages of Generation XMore highly educated
Greater demand for skilled workers
Computer literate
Good work ethic
As Baby Boomers retire, more job opportunities
Slide9The New MillennialsBorn between 1977 and 1995
Slide10The New MillennialsSometimes called the “Echo Boomers”
By 2010, they will be the largest teen population is U.S. history
Will exceed the number of Baby Boomers
In the next 10 years, college enrollments will increase by 300,000 students per year
College admission will become increasingly competitive.
Slide11The New MillennialsThe cyber generation
Their most important values are
individuality
and
uniqueness
Greatest concerns: terrorism and school shootings
Decreasing use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco
Have the promise of changing institutions for the better
Slide12The New Generation ZBorn since 1995Many Names:
Generation Wii
iGeneration
Gen Tech
Digital Natives
Net Gen
The Plurals
Slide13Generation ZLast generation with a Caucasian majorityAccept diversity
Decline of “traditional families”
Because of recession, less likely to believe in the American dream of having more
The age of “girl power”
Hope to use technology to change the world
Slide14More Trends . . .
Slide15From Goods to Service and TechnologyWhat are some service and technology occupations?
Slide16Service OccupationsHealth Care
Business
Education
Finance
Insurance
Real Estate
Transportation
Communication
Slide17Increased Opportunities in HealthcareBy 2018, 26% of all new jobs will be in healthcare
Slide18Why the increase?Aging baby boomersHealthcare reform
New pharmaceuticals
New developments in medicine
Slide19More Assistants NeededBecause of increased cost, we will need more:
Physician’s assistants
Medical assistants
Physical therapy assistants
Dental assistants
Slide20Healthcare Workers + TechnologyWorkers in medical fields will use more technology
Example: Nursing Informatics
Slide21Increased Need for Education
Slide22Middle Class is EndangeredMore low pay, low skill jobs
More high pay, high skill jobs
Education will determine pay and class
Slide23Need for Lifelong EducationNeed for training and education over a lifetime
Without training and education, skills will soon become obsolete
Slide24Energy ShortagesRecyclingAlternative energy
Concerns about global warming and climate change
Slide25Going Green!
Slide26Going Green!As fossil fuels are depleted, look for more:
Wind turbines
Solar panels
Biofuels
Emphasis on sustainability
Taking care of the environment
Slide27Green JobsEnvironmental lawyer
Green architect
Sustainability consultant
Marine biologist
Environmental technician
Energy efficiency specialist
Organic farmer
Compliance managerProduct engineerWind energy engineer
Solar Engineer
Slide28E-Commerce
Slide29E-commerce is changing the way we do businessOnline sales are increasing 10-20% a year while traditional retail sales are stagnant
Online marketing is used for most retail sales
E-commerce will become an important part of business education
Slide30Increase in EntrepreneurshipStarting your own business
Taking advantage of technology to work from home
Slide31The MicroprocessorIn the last 20 years, its power has increased one million times
In the next 20 years, it will increase a million times again
Slide32Computers of the FuturePowerful, mobile, connectedOptical computers that operate at the speed of light
Gesture, voice and touch communication
Computers in the human body?
Slide33Technology and Communication2 million new jobs in technology
Computer systems designs will increase by 34% by 2018
Slide34New Technology JobsComputer network administratorsData communications analysts
Web developers
Data loss prevention
Online security
Slide35Computer ScienceComputer science grads will be especially marketable when combined with traditional fields such as finance and marketing.
Slide36New MediaCell phonesOther mobile devices
Slide37Diverse WorkforceMore older workers
More women
One third from diverse groups
More immigrants
Slide38Advances in TechnologyMany new careers in technology
Radiation and lasers
Fiber optics and telecommunications
Artificial intelligence
Biotechnology
Advances in medicine
Slide39Beware of OutsourcingAccounting
Customer service
Data entry
Assembly line workers
Software developers
Technical support
Slide4021st Century
The Biology Century
Slide41New Advances in BiologyThe 21st
Century will be the biology century
Human Genome Project
Biotechnology
Biomedical technology
Slide42BiotechnologyIncreasing important to:Combat disease
Develop new surgical devices
Increase food production
Reduce pollution
Improve recycling
Tools for law enforcement
Slide43Biomedical EngineeringInvolves developing and testing healthcare innovations
Will increase 72% by 2018
Slide44Effect of TerrorismPeople are choosing to stay in the safety of their homes, offices, cars, and gated communities.
Less travel
Increase in home remodeling and sales of entertainment systems
Increase in careers that provide value to society and increased personal satisfaction
Slide45Employment Projections 2008-2018
Slide46Top Jobs for the Future
Business
Education
Entertainment
Health
Information Technology
Travel/
TransportationLaw/Law enforcementServicesSports and relatedTechnology
Trades
Slide4710 Fastest Growing
Biomedical engineer
Network systems and data communications analyst
Home health aides
Personal and home care aides
Financial examiners
Medical scientists
Physician assistantsSkin care specialistsBiochemists and biophysicistsAthletic Trainers
Slide4810 Highest Salary Increase
Management, scientific, technical
Physicians
Computer Systems design
General merchandise stores
Employment Services
Local government
Home health care servicesServices for elderly and disabledNursing care facilitiesFull-service restaurants
Slide49Top Paying JobsRequire math and science
Slide50Top Paying Jobs (Over 50K)
Chemical engineering
Computer engineering
Occupational therapy
Electrical engineering
Aerospace engineering
Computer science
Civil engineeringNursingEnvironmental engineeringConstruction managementPhysics
Economics
Slide51Largest Numerical Openings
Registered nurses
Home health aides
Customer services rep
Food preparation workers
Personal and home care aides
Retail salespersons
Office clerksAccountants and auditorsNursing aides, orderliesPostsecondary teachers
Slide52Work Skills for the 21st Century
Slide53Basic SkillsReading
Math
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Computers
Slide54Thinking SkillsCreative Thinking
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Mental Visualization
Knowing How to Learn
Reasoning
Slide55Personal QualitiesResponsibility
Self-esteem
Sociability
Self-management
Integrity and Honesty
Slide56Workplace CompetenciesManage time and money
Participate as a member of a team
Use computers to access information
Develop efficient management systems
Use technology
Slide57How to Research Your Career
Slide58Career DescriptionNature of the work
Working conditions
Training
Qualification
Advancement
Slide59The Career OutlookSalary
Availability of employment
Will this career exist in the future?
Slide60To Research Your CareerUse the College Success Web Site
Visit the Career Center
Use the library
Slide61Planning Your Education
Slide62Steps in Planning Your EducationAssessment tests
Take English the first semester
Start math classes early
Take general education
Prepare for your major
Slide63For Your SuccessSee a counselor or adviser
Develop an educational plan
Slide64Writing a Resume
Slide65Your ResumeA snapshot of your education and experience
Generally one page
Slide66ResumeContact information
Name
Address
Telephone
E-mail
Slide67ResumeCareer Objective
Education
Experience
Special skills, honors, awards
References
Slide68Good ResumeWrite clearly
Be brief
Be neat
Be honest
Print professionally or post online
Your resume represents you!
Slide69Letters of ReferenceAsk for letters of reference from your current employers and professors. Keep them on file.
Ask for endorsements on LinkedIn.
Use them to apply for jobs and scholarships.
Slide70Online ResumesMany jobs today will be posted on the Internet and will require online resumes
Slide71The Cover Letter
Slide72Cover LetterState briefly the job you are interested in.
Briefly state how your education and experience would be an asset to the company.
Ask for an interview.
Attach your resume.
Slide73AssignmentComplete a resume and cover letter for your ideal job.
Assume you have graduated from college and are applying for that job that motivated you to finish college.
Slide74Establishing Your Personal Brand Online
Slide75Personal BrandingThrough the use of social media, you can use this concept to market your strengths to potential employers and to find a satisfying career.
Slide76Personal BrandingDefine your brand.
What are your passions, goals, and personal strengths and how can they be used in the job market?
Slide77Personal BrandingManage your online presence.
Beware of materials like these:
Photos or references to drug or alcohol abuse
Discriminatory comments on race, religion or gender
Negative comments about previous employers
Poor communication skills (grammar and spelling)
Slide78Personal BrandingSet up a nameplate website
.
About.me
Visify.com
These are free.
Slide79Using Online ToolsTop sites:
LinkedIn
Facebook
Slide80Using Online ToolsClassified Ads
careerbuilder.com
Job Search Engines
Simplyhired.com
Indeed.com
Employment agencies
Using email to find a job
Slide81The Job Interview
Slide82First Learn About the JobLibrary
Personnel Office
Friends and Contacts
Web Site
Slide83Interviewers Look For:Enthusiasm and commitment
How you can be an asset to the company
How you can work as part of a team
Slide84Make a Good ImpressionDress appropriately.
Relax.
Anticipate interview questions.
Smile and introduce yourself.
Maintain eye contact.
Slide85Some Interview QuestionsTell us about yourself.
Why do you want this job?
Why are you leaving your present job?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Tell us about a difficulty or problem you solved on the job.
Slide86Interview QuestionsTell us about one of your achievements on the job.
What do you like best about your job?
What do you like least?
Are there any questions you would like to ask?
Slide87Write a thank you note.
It makes a good impression.
It causes the interviewer to think about you again.
Slide88Interview Worksheet 1. Answer the questions in 5 minutes.
2. Practice the questions with your partner.
Slide89Keys to Success:Life is a Dangerous Opportunity
Slide90The Chinese Word for Crisis Has Two Characters:Danger
Opportunity
Slide91What is the danger?What is the opportunity?
Slide92Every adversity has the seed of a greater benefit or possibility.
Slide93Assignment: Complete Rate Your Skills for Success in the Workplace
Slide94See a Counselor to develop your Educational Plan