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, 2019
§ Self-Understanding Th The e § Academic Achievement Pr Process § The world of work/careers
§ Aptitudes – a natural ability/inclination Wh Who am I, § Achievements § Interests Re Really? § Values § Personality Sharf, R.S. p. 27
Di Discover er Your ur Pe Personality Type (w (worksheet handout) http://youtube.com/watch?v=WQoOqQiVzwQ
§ E or I ? Gu Guid idin ing Your Type! Col College Ma Major ors § S or N ? & Occupations Oc § T or F ? CONSIDERING OCCUPATIONS (College Majors –Careers Handout) § J or P ?
Skills Employers Want from College Graduates National Association of Colleges and Employers Job Outlook 2019. Figure 40, p. 31
ATTRIBUTE ATTRIBUTE % OF RESPONDENTS % OF RESPONDENTS 11. Flexibility/adaptability 58.4% 1. Communication (written)82.0% 12. Computer 55.1% 2. Problem-solving 80.9% 3. Ability to work in a team 78.7% 13. Interpersonal (relates well to others) 52.8% 4. Initiative 74.2% 14. Organizational ability 43.8% 5. Analytical/quantitative 71.9% 15. Strategic planning 38.2% 6. Strong work ethic 70.8% 16. Tactfulness 25.8% 7. Communication (verbal) 67.4% 17. Creativity 23.6% 8. Leadership 67.4% 18. Friendly/ outgoing personality 22.5% 9. Detail-oriented 59.6% 19. Entrepreneurial/risk-taker 16.9% 10. Technical 59.6% 20. Fluency in a foreign language 11.2% 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/
Skills è Occupations Ski Skills Ca Card S Sor ort (W (Worksheet provided)
COMMUNICATION SKILLS (Yellow) Reco cord ho how many skills you listed in the he gray boxes below. My ScO cOrE = = #1 #2 #3 GREAT AT THIS NOT TOO BAD CAN DEFINITLY #4 #5 #6 (+; /-: LEARN {>; I want to do this most of my work day (+; Love it! Part of my work day /-: I don’t mind! )>: NO WAY
§ Analytical § Communication Sk Skills L Lead § Creative to to § Leadership/Management Occu Occupatio tions § Physical/Technical § Relationship/Interpersonal
O*NET – Occupational Information Network Name of Occupation # 1 - Job Outlook % of growth Necessary Skills https://www.onetonline.org Abilities Work Activities Education Required Interests R-I-A-S-E-C Related Occupations Wages/Earnings What is your interest in this occupation?
John Holland’s Career Choice Theory Li Life-sp span of of Ca Career r De Develop opment Based on four assumptions
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 o Occupational environments can be divided into the same six types. o Each environment is dominated by a particular type of person. o The personality types of co-workers, as much as job requirements, establish the working tenor of a given occupation.
Assumption #3 People search for environments that let them: o exercise their skills and abilities o express their attitudes and values o take-on problems and roles they find stimulating and satisfying o avoid chores or responsibilities they find distasteful or formidable.
Assumption #4 Career choice and career adjustment represent an extension of a person’s personality.
REALISTIC INVESTIGATIVE The “Doer” The “Thinker” CONVENTIONAL ARTISTIC R-I-A-S-E-C The “Organizer” The “Creator” ENTERPRISING SOCIAL The “Persuader” The “Helper”
My My Next t Mo Move O* O*NET T Interest Prof ofiler 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 Re Realistic like careers that involve paperwork or working closely with others. Pe People They like: • Working with plants and animals • Real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery • Outside work
Investigative People with Investigative interests like work that has to do with ideas and thinking rather than physical activity or leading Inves In estig igativ ive e people. Pe People They like: Searching for facts • Figuring out problems •
Artistic People with Artistic interests like work that deals with the artistic side of things, Ar Artis istic ic such as acting, music, art, and design. They like: Pe People Creativity in their work • Work that can be done without • 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 So Soci cial than working with objects, machines, or information. People Pe They like: Teaching • Giving advice • Helping and being of service to people •
Enterprising People with Enterprising interests like work that has to do with starting up and carrying out business projects. En Enterprisi sing These people like taking action rather than thinking about things. People Pe They like: Persuading and leading people • Making decisions • Taking risks for profits •
Conventional People with Conventional interests like work that follows set procedures and routines. Conventi Con tion onal They prefer working with information and paying attention to details rather than working with ideas. People Pe They like: Working with clear rules • Following a strong leader •
Le Letter r of of Recom ommendati tion on
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 Th The Blind Self Shared Blind #1 #2 Th The Undisc scovered Self The Private Self Th Unknown Hidden #3 #4
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