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Chapter 12Moving Toward Your GoalsLesson 12.2 Reevaluating Your Goals
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DiscoverWhy it is important to check your progress toward your goals
Why you might make changes in a career plan
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Why Its Important
As you grow and change, your goals will change. Youll need to be prepared to adjust your plans.
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Key Termsnoticeletter of resignation
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Reevaluating Your GoalsAs your life unfolds, some of your goals will change.
You will need to make adjustments in your plans.
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Reviewing Your Career PlanWhen you reach high school, you may begin to follow an actual career plan.
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Reviewing Your Career PlanAs you work on goals included in your career plan, youll need to review your progress occasionally.
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Reviewing Your Career PlanThe earlier you develop the habit of reviewing your career plan, the better.
That way, your plan will keep pace with your growth.
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Making ChangesMany things can change your career plan.
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Changing DirectionA world of career possibilities is open to you.
New careers will emerge.
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Changing JobsDuring a career, you will hold a series of jobs.
Some of these jobs may be a part of your original career plan.
Doors to other jobs will open as your career goes forward.
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Q and AIve heard that the only way to get ahead is by job-hopping. Is this true?continued
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Q and AChanging jobs too often can be a disadvantage. Employers wont risk hiring a new person who has a track record of job-hopping. So, take the jobs that bring you closer to your long-term career goals, and recognize when its best not to job-hop.
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When to Leave a JobIt is better not to leave a job until you have a new one.
This ensures a steady source of income.
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When to Leave a JobEmployers generally prefer interviewing candidates who are employed because employed people tend to be more current with their skills and active in their profession.
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Leaving a JobOnce youve accepted a job with a new employer, be sure to give proper notice to your previous employer.
Notice is an official written statement that you are leaving your job.
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Leaving a JobIn some places of business, you may need to submit a formal letter of resignation.
In a letter of resignation, you explain why and when you are leaving.
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Changing CareersDiscovering who you are and what you want to do is a lifelong process.
You can learn and grow every step of the wayin new experiences, new jobs, and new careers.
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Investigating Career Clusters
Law The rules by which a society governs itself
Public Safety Efforts to keep the public safe from crime, fire, and emergencies
Security Privately funded efforts to protect safety and private property
continuedLaw, Public Safety, and Security
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Investigating Career Clusters
Do you insist that everyone play games by the rules? Do you like to protect people and make them feel safe and secure? Perhaps a career in law, public safety, and security is for you.Law, Public Safety, and Security
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Critical Thinking Review
Why should you make a habit of reviewing your career plan from time to time?
You should review your career plan periodically to make sure it still reflects where you are going or want to go.
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Critical Thinking Review
Why is periodically checking your career progress an important part of your lifelong journey?
Checking your career progress is important because it allows you to continue exploring your interests and expanding your skills.Critical ThinkingQAcontinued
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Critical Thinking Review
Why do prospective employers generally prefer interviewing candidates who are currently employed?
Because employed people tend to be more current with their skills and active in their professions.Critical ThinkingQA
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