A | B |
job | work that you do mainly to earn money |
career | 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 amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy |
trends | developments that mark changes in a particular area |
potential earning power | the amount of money you may earn over time |
aptitudes | the natural abilities that people possess |
interest inventories | tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the 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 locations |
service industries | business that provide services for a fee, offer emp |
internship | a position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field |
cooperative education | programs which allow students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests |
networking | 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 practice information about the career or company you are considering |
resume | a one- or two-page summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications |
cover letter | the personal letter you present along with your resume |
cafeteria-style employee benefits | programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs |
pension plan | a retirement plant that is funded at least in part by an employer |
mentor | an experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less-experienced person |