Psychology 2035A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Job Satisfaction, Smart People, Social Skills
3 Feb 2019
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Choosing a career: aside from sleeping, most people spend more time working than performing any other activity, people work approx. Important to choose an occupation that is compatible with your personality. Family influences: career choices strongly influenced by family backgrounds and social class. Jobs that appeal to people tend to be like those of their parents: people who grow up in middle-class comes are more likely to aspire to high-paying professions in law medicine or business. Researching job characteristics: second step in selecting an occupation is seeking out information about jobs, must narrow your search before you start gathering information. Sources of career information: occupational outlook handbook, gov"t document published every 2 years, comprehensive guide to occupations. Job descriptions, education and training requirements, salaries, employment outlooks. Jobs that you can obtain with a college degree typically yields higher pay than those requiring less education.
