| A | B |
| Short term goals | Accomplished within one year |
| Long term goals | Accomplished in more than one year |
| Career | Commitment to a profession requiring |
| Job | Position to mainly earn money |
| Factors | Population, labor force, & demand |
| Doctorate | Four to six years beyond bachelors |
| Masters | Two years beyond bachelors |
| Bachelors | Four years beyond high school |
| Associates | Two years beyond high school |
| Resume | Summarizes background/skills |
| Job Application | First impressions count, black pen |
| Interview | First impression counts, dress a step above |