| A | B |
|---|
| job | work you do mainly to make money |
| career | work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling |
| standard of living | a measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy |
| trends | developments that may change in a particular area |
| potential earning power | the amount of money you may earn over time |
| asset | benefit to employer or others |
| aptitudes | natural abilities people possess |
| interest inventories | tests that help you identify activities you enjoy most |
| demographic trends | tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that change over time |
| geographic trends | tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location |
| service industries | provide services for a fee |
| internship | a position where you train by working with people in that field |
| cooperative education | allows students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work |
| networking | making and using contacts to get job info and advice |
| informational interview | where you can obtain practical information about a career or company |
| resume | a one or two page summary of your education, training, experience and qualifications |
| cover letter | a personal letter you present with your resume |
| Cafeteria-style employee benefits | allows workers to choose benefits that meet their personal needs |
| pension plan | a retirement plan that is partly funded by an employer |
| mentor | ecxperienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor |
