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| job | work that you do mainly to earn money |
| career | is a commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling |
| standard of living | a measure of quality of life based on the amoutns and kinds of goods and services a person can buy |
| trends | developments that mark changes in a particular area-indicate that some people are making career deicisions that allow them to spend more time with their families or to enjoy their hobbies and intersests |
| potential earning power | the amount of money you may earn over time. |
| aptitudes | are the natural abilities that people possess |
| interest inventories | are tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the most. |
| demographic trends | are ways in which groups of people change over time. |
| service industries | those that provide services for a fee, will offer some of the greatest employment potential in coming years |
| intership | is a position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field |
| cooperative education | programs allow students to enhance classroom leanring with part-time work related to their majors and interests |
| networking | is a way of making and using contacts to get job information and advice |
| informational interview | a meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the career or company you're considering |
| resume | one page doument that summarizes a person's skills, education, experience, and achievements |
| cover letter | sent with the resume to provide information about your qualifications and why you are interested in the job. Also, to help you get an intereview. |
| cafeteria-style employee benefits | programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs. |
| pension plan | a retirement plan that is fudned at least in part by an employer |
| mentor | an experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less experienced person. |
