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What should be considered to ensure job satisfaction in a chosen career?

  • Alignment with personal interests (correct)
  • Popularity of the job
  • Low salary expectations
  • Proximity to home

What concept does Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory primarily focus on?

  • Self-awareness
  • Self-efficacy (correct)
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-regulation

What effect can job discontent have on employee engagement?

  • Increased motivation
  • Poor productivity and absenteeism (correct)
  • High employee satisfaction
  • Improved teamwork

During which stage of Super’s Career Development Theory do individuals start to set their appropriate career positions?

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What is an essential first step in the career planning process?

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What is the primary focus of Super’s career development stages?

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Which statement best describes the purpose of career planning?

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In which age range do individuals typically undergo the 'Exploration' stage according to Super’s theory?

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What is one major consequence of a high turnover rate in a company?

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What is a key determinant of performance according to Bandura’s theory?

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What may lead to a loss of motivation in a career?

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What do individuals focus on during the 'Disengagement' stage in Super’s theory?

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How can identifying your aptitudes influence career choices?

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According to Bandura, how can employers improve relationships with employees?

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Which stage follows self-assessment in the career planning process?

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What is the age range associated with the 'Maintenance' stage in Super’s theory?

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What does Holland's theory emphasize in relation to career satisfaction?

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Which of the following is NOT a classified factor affecting career development according to the Department of Education?

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How do personal preferences influence career development?

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What role does academic performance play in career choice?

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Which factor can significantly influence a student's career decision based on their upbringing?

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What are work values in the context of career choice?

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What does the 'E-N-F-P' personality type code help to identify?

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Which of the following statements about motivation is true?

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What does self-assessment primarily involve?

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Which of the following is NOT a component of knowledge of academic-career options?

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What is a key focus of career plan implementation?

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During the decision-making process, which step comes first?

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Which stage of career planning emphasizes knowing your personal strengths and weaknesses?

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What should individuals focus on according to the 'exploring your options' stage?

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Which action is part of career plan implementation?

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What does the 'T' in SMART goals represent?

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What does the moving on stage in career planning primarily involve?

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Which strategy can help maintain motivation while pursuing goals?

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What is an important benefit of having an accountability partner?

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Why should one set short-term goals?

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Which of these is NOT a suggested tip for successfully following plans?

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What is the first step in making a career plan?

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Which of the following describes a short-term goal?

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What does the 'A' in the SMART criteria for goals stand for?

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Why is it important to write down a career plan?

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To successfully manage your career, which step should you take last?

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Which of the following statements best describes long-term goals?

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How can one expand skills to prepare for a career?

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Flashcards

Self-Efficacy (Bandura)

A person's belief in their ability to succeed in a specific task or situation.

Super's Career Stages

A model describing five stages of career development: Growth, Exploration, Establishment, Maintenance, and Disengagement.

Growth Stage (Super)

Early childhood (ages 4-13) where children develop their self-concepts and view of the world.

Exploration Stage (Super)

Adolescence (ages 14-24) where individuals explore career options to find their future occupation.

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Establishment Stage (Super)

Young adulthood (ages 25-44), where people are in jobs but still seek advancement.

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Maintenance Stage (Super)

Middle adulthood (ages 45-65), where people focus on maintaining their skills and innovating to stay relevant.

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Disengagement Stage (Super)

Late adulthood (age 65+), where people prepare for and transition to retirement.

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Holland's Theory of Vocational Choice

A theory based on personality types and suitable career paths.

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Career Planning

The process of making educational and career choices that considers self-knowledge and the environment.

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Intuition

Using a sense of knowing beyond five senses to make decisions.

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Feeling-based Decisions

Making choices based on personal values and emotions.

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Perceiving-based Decisions

Making decisions through flexibility and spontaneity.

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Job Discontent Effects

Negative consequences of working in a role that isn't fulfilling.

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Career Planning Stages

Self-assessment, knowledge of academic choices, evaluation and goal-setting.

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Aptitude

A natural ability or talent that can benefit a career.

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Career Interests

Passions and hobbies influencing career choices.

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Holland's Theory

This theory connects personality traits to career choices, suggesting that a better match leads to higher job satisfaction and performance.

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Intrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by internal factors, like personal satisfaction.

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Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external factors, like rewards or praise.

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Personal Factors (Career Dev)

Individual preferences, self-assessment, and personality traits that influence career decisions.

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Academic Factors (Career Dev)

Understanding strengths and weaknesses through academic performance which helps in choosing and developing a career.

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Familial Factors (Career Dev)

Influences from family and surrounding environment on career paths.

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Work Values

Personal principles associated with a career, like honesty or respect.

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ENFP Personality Type

A personality type code (extroverted, intuitive, feeling, perceiving) that can influence career choices.

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Self-assessment in career planning

Understanding your interests, skills, abilities, values, and personality type to guide career choices.

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Career option knowledge

Gathering information about jobs, work conditions, required education, job market trends, and advancement opportunities.

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Goal setting in career planning

Using gathered information to make decisions about your career path, considering factors that may affect your plans and setting realistic short, medium, and long-term goals.

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Career plan implementation

Choosing a career path and taking actions to achieve your career goals. This involves education, information gathering, and job searching.

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Knowing yourself (career planning)

Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, passions, and desires to determine your career path.

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Exploring your options (career planning)

Discovering different careers based on your skills and interests, and learning the skills needed for desired careers.

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Making career decisions

Choosing from various career options based on gathered information, assessing pros and cons, and making informed choices.

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Career plan/path

A document or overall plan that includes the short-term and long-term career goals.

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Career Plan

A structured roadmap outlining your career path, goals, and strategies for achieving them.

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SMART Goals

Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound. They provide clear direction and increase the likelihood of success.

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What does 'Specific' mean in SMART goals?

Each goal should be clearly defined and detailed, leaving no room for ambiguity.

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What does 'Measurable' mean in SMART goals?

Goals should have quantifiable metrics to track progress and ensure success.

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What does 'Achievable' mean in SMART goals?

Goals should be realistic and attainable, promoting motivation and preventing discouragement.

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What does 'Realistic' mean in SMART goals?

Goals should align with your abilities and resources, ensuring they're practical and feasible.

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What does 'Time-Bound' mean in SMART goals?

Goals should have a specific deadline to create a sense of urgency and accountability.

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Write it down

Documenting your career plan can enhance memory, track progress, and increase commitment.

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Time-Bound Goals

Having a specific deadline for each goal and its milestones to maintain focus and motivation. It helps create a sense of urgency.

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Set Deadlines

Creating a schedule of short-term and long-term goals with specific deadlines to track progress and stay on track.

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Reward System

Motivating yourself by rewarding milestones achieved. This creates a positive association with achieving goals.

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Accountability Partner

A person who helps you stay committed to your goals by reminding you of deadlines and offering support during setbacks.

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Study Notes

Career Options Based on Career Development Concepts and Personal Life Goals

  • Career options depend on career development concepts and personal life goals.

Career Development Concepts

  • Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory
    • Explores "self-efficacy," a person's confidence in accomplishing tasks.
    • "Confidence" is a result of past experiences and accomplishments.
    • Perception of reality is a major factor influencing performance.
    • Employers and employees need to leverage individual confidence for better relationships and performance.
  • Super's Career Development Theory
    • People go through stages in career development.
    • Super outlines five developmental stages:
      • Growth (ages 4-13): Children develop wants, capacities, and a general view of the world.
      • Exploration (ages 14-24): Individuals try to find themselves by exploring hobbies, groups, and experiences. They make tentative career choices.
      • Establishment (ages 25-44): Individuals are set in their positions but still aim for advancement.
      • Maintenance (ages 45-65): Individuals make continual adjustments and improve their skill sets to approach their field of work in new ways.
      • Disengagement (over 65): Individuals leave the workforce and focus on retirement planning.
  • Holland's Theory of Vocational Choice
    • Emphasizes the relationship between personality and the world of work.
    • A strong correlation between personal orientation and chosen career leads to higher satisfaction and persistence.

Career Development Factors

  • Individuals can be intrinsically or extrinsically motivated, depending on influencing factors.
  • Factors are classified into three categories: personal, academic, and familial.
    • Personal: Individual preferences, idiosyncrasies, self-assessment, and personality traits influence career choice.
    • Academic: Self-evaluation of academic performance (strengths and weaknesses) aids in choosing a suitable career path.
    • Familial: Social nature and surrounding environment influence career path decisions.
  • Other Factors:
    • Work values (honesty, service, respect, and success) shape career choices and goals.
    • Personality types (E-N-F-P) should be considered in identifying career options.
  • Extroversion: motivation from outside interactions.
  • Intuition: heavy consideration of future possibilities due to sensed evidence.
  • Feeling: decisions based on feelings and values.
  • Perceiving: planning not a focus; flexibility is key.

Identifying Career Options Leading to Attaining One's Personal Goal

  • Career planning is the process of making educational and career choices based on self-knowledge and environmental awareness.

  • The purpose of career planning is to guide individuals towards realistic career goals by exploring various opportunities.

  • Career planning is an ongoing process beginning in middle school and extending into adulthood.

  • The career planning process consists of four stages.

    • Self-assessment: gathering data about interests, skills, abilities, values, and personality
    • Knowledge of academic-career options: accumulating information about specific jobs, occupations, work conditions, required education, job outlook, and advancement opportunities.
    • In-depth evaluation and goal setting: evaluating gathered data, understanding factors influencing decisions, and setting short/medium/long-term goals.
    • Career plan implementation: actively taking steps toward goals, focusing on job and educational preparation

  • Applying for education/training programs

  • Gathering information on companies

  • Developing a job search strategy

  • Creating resumes and cover letters

  • Preparing for job interviews

  • Make a Career Plan: A career plan includes short-term and long-term goals.

  • Six Steps to Make a Career Plan:

    • Assess yourself
    • Explore career options
    • Set goals
    • Expand skills
    • Find a matching job
    • Manage your career

  • Short-term Goal: something to be accomplished in the near future.

  • Long-term Goal: something to be accomplished in the distant future.

Tips to Increase Chances of Successfully Following Your Plans

  • Write it down: Writing down the plan improves memory and enables tracking of progress. Use the SMART method (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound).
  • Set deadlines: Setting short term goals and deadlines leads to consistent progress towards long-term goals.
  • Reward yourself: Rewards for completing tasks increase motivation.
  • Accountability Partner: Working with a partner gives support to stay on track and provides encouragement.

Three Major Effects of Job Discontent

  • Loss of Motivation/Lack of Interest/Frustration: Individuals might lose their enthusiasm for work if their career culture doesn't align with their needs.
  • Poor Productivity/Absenteeism: Individuals might waste time and money due to unsuitable career choice.
  • High Turnover Rate: Companies failing to assess and motivate employees lead to high turnover rates.

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