Preparing Teens for the Contemporary Workforce - Paperback

by Dianne Schilling (Author), Pat Schwallie-Giddis (Author), W. James Giddis (Author)

This valuable career resource covers the skills and attributes needed for success in all aspects of school, life, and work. With the easy-to-use reproducible student-handout format you'll be able to directly engage teens in important issues with language and examples they relate to and understand. Teach teens effective life and career skills with these important topics: ] Finding a Job That's Right for You ] Writing a Winning Resume ] Ensuring Successful Interviews ] Developing and Maintaining a Positive Attitude ] Taking Charge of Your Appearance ] Being There: The First Requirement ] Becoming a Successful Communicator ] Following Directions With Care ] Managing Time and Being Productive ] Respecting Expertise, Experience and Authority ] Proving Your Dependability ] Working Cooperatively With Others ] Giving Great Customer Service ] Making Effective Decisions ] Taking Assignments All the Way ] Doing What Needs to Be Done ] Initiative ] Solving Problems Creatively ] Welcoming Criticism and Compliments ] Assertively Conveying Personal Needs ] Effectively Managing Conflicts ] Becoming a Trusted Employee Help your teens learn essential workplace skills, gain knowledge and confidence, and know what it takes to have a successful, fulfilling future.