Personal Finance 2

Job

This is work you mainly do to earn money.

Career

A commitment to work in a field you find interesting and fulfilling.

Standard of Living

A measure of quality based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy.

Trends

Developments that mark changes in a particular area such as career choices or declining a promotion.

Potential earning power

The amount of money you may earn over time.

Aptitudes

Natural abilities that people possess.

Interest inventories

Tests that help you identify the activities that you enjoy the most.

Demographic Trends

Tendencies that people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that change over time.

Geographic Trends

Tendencies of people to move from one area of the country to another.

Service Industries

Businesses that provide services for a fee.

Internship

A position where a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field.

Cooperative Education

A program that allows students to enhance classroom learning with part time work related to their interests.

Networking

A way of making and using contacts to get job info and advice.

Resume

A 1 or 2 page summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications.

Cover Letter

A personal letter you present along with your resume.

Cafeteria Style Employee Benefits

Allows workers to choose the benefits that best meet their needs.

Pension Plan

A retirement plan funded at least in part by an employer.

Mentor

An experienced employee who serves as a teacher or guide to a less experienced person.