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CAP College Success Institute...Closing the Degree Gap Ca Career r Exp xploration Strategies s & Tools Michele Burns, MA, PPSC, CTE Counselor Education & Child/Adolescent Development Lecturer San Jose State University May 20-21,
Ca Career r Exp xploration Strategies s & Tools
Michele Burns, MA, PPSC, CTE Counselor Education & Child/Adolescent Development Lecturer
San Jose State University
May 20-21, 2019
CAP College Success Institute...Closing the Degree Gap
§Self-Understanding §Academic Achievement §The world of work/careers
§Aptitudes – a natural
ability/inclination
§Achievements §Interests §Values §Personality
Sharf, R.S. p. 27
(w (worksheet handout)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=WQoOqQiVzwQ
Gu Guid idin ing Your Type!
Col College Ma Major
&
Oc Occupations
(College Majors –Careers Handout)
§E or I ? §S or N ? §T or F ? §J or P ?
CONSIDERING OCCUPATIONS
National Association of Colleges and Employers Job Outlook 2019. Figure 40, p. 31 Skills Employers Want from College Graduates
ATTRIBUTE
% OF RESPONDENTS
80.9%
74.2%
71.9%
70.8%
67.4%
59.6%
59.6%
Figure 1: Attributes Employers Seek on a Candidate’s Resume
Source: Job Outlook 2019, National Association of Colleges and Employers https://www.naceweb.org/talent-acquisition/candidate-selection/employers-want-to-see-these-attributes-on-students-resumes/
ATTRIBUTE
% OF RESPONDENTS
58.4%
55.1%
43.8%
38.2%
25.8%
23.6%
22.5%
16.9%
11.2%
(W (Worksheet provided)
Skills è Occupations
#1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 GREAT AT THIS (+; NOT TOO BAD /-: CAN DEFINITLY LEARN {>; I want to do this most of my work day (+; Love it! Part of my work day /-: I don’t mind! )>: NO WAY
COMMUNICATION SKILLS (Yellow) Reco cord ho how many skills you listed in the he gray boxes below. My ScO cOrE = =
§Analytical §Communication §Creative §Leadership/Management §Physical/Technical §Relationship/Interpersonal
https://www.onetonline.org
Name of Occupation # 1 - Job Outlook % of growth Necessary Skills Abilities Work Activities Education Required Interests R-I-A-S-E-C Related Occupations Wages/Earnings What is your interest in this occupation?
O*NET – Occupational Information Network
John Holland’s Career Choice Theory
Assumption #1 Most people can be categorized into the following six types. Each person may be characterized by combinations of these types:
REALISTIC INVESTIGATIVE ARTISTIC SOCIAL ENTERPRISING CONVENTIONAL
Assumption #2
same six types.
requirements, establish the working tenor of a given
Assumption #3 People search for environments that let them:
and satisfying
Assumption #4 Career choice and career adjustment represent an extension
REALISTIC INVESTIGATIVE The “Doer” The “Thinker” CONVENTIONAL ARTISTIC The “Organizer” The “Creator” ENTERPRISING SOCIAL The “Persuader” The “Helper” R-I-A-S-E-C
U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration
https://www.mynextmove.org
Realistic
People with Realistic interests like work that includes practical, hands-on problems and answers. Often people with Realistic interests do not like careers that involve paperwork or working closely with others. They like:
machinery
Investigative
People with Investigative interests like work that has to do with ideas and thinking rather than physical activity or leading people. They like:
Artistic
People with Artistic interests like work that deals with the artistic side of things, such as acting, music, art, and design. They like:
following a set of rules
Social
People with Social interests like working with others to help them learn and grow. They like working with people more than working with objects, machines,
They like:
Enterprising
People with Enterprising interests like work that has to do with starting up and carrying
These people like taking action rather than thinking about things. They like:
Conventional
People with Conventional interests like work that follows set procedures and routines. They prefer working with information and paying attention to details rather than working with ideas. They like:
Letter of Recommendation
During your college experience, you will meet instructors, club leaders, peers, successful professional leaders from the community, and others who can assist in your future success. This is your opportunity to put your best foot
forward as you continue to develop skills and character, as well as, build meaningful relationships.
Complete the following letter of recommendation to help your instructors, and the like, present you to a potential company as a volunteer, intern, or employee.
What will they be able to truthfully say about you? Consider
including your MBTI personality traits and skill results. What can you do to demonstrate your abilities to instructors, so that the letter will be a glowing report of how you might contribute
to a company’s success?
Dear Selection Committee: It is without hesitation that I recommend (student’s name) for the ____________ position. In a class that is structured to encourage classroom participation, individual research and discovery, along with group presentations, they exceeded my expectations. (Student’s name) added tremendous value to the classroom experience. In fact, (student’s name) demonstrated confidence by asking critical questions, contributing valuable information from assigned readings, along with assisting other students in the classroom. They were prompt to each class, timely with assignments, and consistently had a professional, positive attitude. Furthermore, (student’s name) demonstrated strong leadership skills by taking initiative in group projects. Their contributions enhanced the entire class’ learning experience. (Student’s name) also has strong ________________, _______________ and ________________ skills. They also ________________________________with a willingness to learn, develop and contribute. (Student’s name) will surely add value to your company’s team. Call or email with questions. Warm Regards, Michele Burns
Branding Yourself: The Johari Window & Workplace Competencies
Th The Pub ublic Self
Shared
Th The Blind Self
Blind
Th The Private Self
Hidden
Th The Undisc scovered Self
Unknown
#1 #2 #3 #4
There are four windowpanes shown above and several qualities listed below. To the best of your ability, place a # 1, 2, 3, or 4 in the adjacent box to the respective quality as they pertain to your professional life. Ability to communicate: Listening; Speaking; Writing; Editing; Professional non-verbal skills Ability to get along with: Supervisor; Co-workers; Other employees; The public; Your family Ability to plan and think ahead. Ability to quickly grasp and do the work assigned, requesting assistance as needed. Computing skills for the job Conscientious – committed to doing the best job possible. Considerate & Helpful Cooperation Discretion & loyalty to employer – doesn’t criticize past or present employers Enthusiasm Interpersonal skills – interacting with others Leadership Maturity Openness – shares experiences & ideas Organizational skills Positive attitude toward work Positive work record & evals Problem-solving skills Reading & retention Versatility – skilled in more than one area Well motivated, innovative, Willingness to accept responsibility & extra work assignments self-starter Willingness to follow company policies & procedures Willingness to work with others as a team.
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Bibliography and Resources
§ Discover Your Personality Type | Myers Briggs. Truity, 2011.
YouTube.
§ NACE. (2019). Job Outlook. National Association of Colleges and
§ Sharf, Richard S. (2006). Applying career development theory to
§ SkillScan Card Sort. (2009-2018). Advanced Pack: Communication.
https://www.skillscan.com/products-services/card-sort- assessments?page=2
§ United States Department of Labor. My Next Move. National Center
for O*NET Development. Web. 11 Feb. 2018 Michele Burns, MA, PPSC, CTE Max.Life.whs@gmail.com 831-588-5175 ………….. ………… …