Defining Work

Question 1

Cleaning your room would be an example of work.

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T

Question 2

The best way to select a career is to research which one makes the most money.

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F

Question 3

When selecting a career you should consider all of the following, EXCEPT: a.what others thinkb.your skills and interestsc.desired lifestyle d.how much education is required

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A

Question 4

How is a job different from a career?

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A job is work that you do for pay. It typically requires you to do a very specific set of tasks and a corresponding job title. A career on the other hand is a series of jobs or occupations that a person has throughout their life that build upon each other and become more challenging.

Question 5

While Rosa is taking classes at the local community college to earn her degree in landscaping, she works part-time as a florist's assistant. This part-time work is an example of _____.a.a careerb.telecommutingc.a jobd.outsourcing

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C

Question 6

List three things you should consider when selecting a career.

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When selecting a career, you should consider desired lifestyle, skills, interests, how you spend your time, energy, and resources.

Question 7

List 5 of your personal interests. List 5 of your personal skills. Do any of your skills and interests overlap?

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Student answers will vary but should reflect the definitions of interest and skill. Ex. Interests - reading, playing piano, running, drawing, and talking to friends Skills - typing quickly, drawing, cooking meals, listening well, and driving Drawing is both an interest I possess and a skill that I am good at doing.

Question 8

According to the US Bureau of Labor, the average American will have more than 8 different jobs by the age of 32. How can having several different jobs help you in your career?

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Having several different jobs can help with overall work experience, skill acquisition, and aid in career selection and identification.

Question 9

Define the term lifestyle and explain the kind of lifestyle you would like in your future. Then, discuss how work affects lifestyle.

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Lifestyle can be defined as the way you use your time, energy, and resources. People use their time and energy and some resources at work. The work that you do affects other parts of your life like how much time you have to spend with your family and friends as well as how much money and energy you have to pursue your favorite activities.

Question 10

Amelia is going to school to get a degree in Early Childhood Education. She wants to open her own daycare after she graduates. What can she do while attending school to gain work experience?

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Baby-sit, volunteer at an after school program, get an entry level position at a day care, etc.

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