Workbook 2 - Literacy Link South Central

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31 Using Essential Skills for Job Search I’m not sure if I can do this. I can’t do this yet. I can do this with help. I can do this. Before After Before After Before After Before After Decide on an occupation to apply for (Activity 6) Using Computer Skills I am able to: Complete four on-line quizzes to gather information for career exploration (Activity 1) Use NOC database to find information (Activity 2, 6) Navigate the Job Bank website to learn about top five occupations (Activity 4) Using Continuous Learning Skills I am able to: Recognize individual learning and work styles through completing career quizzes (Activity 1) Try new ways of doing things (career exploration with NOC) (Activity 2) 31 14
Career Exploration Versus Targeted Job Search There is a fine balance between career exploration and targeted job search. They are closely linked, but they are two very different activities. Career exploration is about opening up to Career exploration is about possibilities and options in the job market. When opening up to possibilities you are ready to put the effort into an intensive job and options. search, you will want to make sure that all of your energy and focus are directed at the right occupations. For this reason it is a good idea to spend some time in career exploration, which encourages you to explore new ideas and opportunities. You may choose to look into entirely different occupations rather than the ones you have experienced in the past. Exploration expands your job search horizons. When you feel that you have explored some different careers and are open to new possibilities and options, it is time to target your job search. When your job search is targeted, it is much more Targeted job search is likely to succeed. You can ask your network of friends about focussing on specific and family to notify you of jobs or leads in your target occupations. area. Your resume will be sharper and more relevant with a specific focus. You will save time that would have been wasted following up on leads outside your area of interest. Like any other activity that requires focus, you’re far more likely to hit the target if you are actually aiming at it. Career exploration and targeted job search need to be balanced. Spend too long exploring jobs and you’ll feel like your job search is stalled. Try and target too soon and you may be overlooking career options. You may become frustrated because your target isn’t really the right one for you. 15
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Page 25 and 26: Activity Three: Understanding Skill
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Page 35 and 36: Activity Six: Estimate Your Monthly
Page 37 and 38: Activity Seven: Interpret Your Info
Page 39 and 40: Activity Eight: Create a Short List
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