CASE STUDY: Exploring Careers

In the Classroom

Maria Lewis likes to make presentations, enjoys working with children, and is a crusader for equality and the environment. She also values family, home, and community. Making a lot of money is not important to her. Her motivation comes from the feeling that she is making a difference and enjoys what she is doing. Now that her own family is grown, she wants to complete a college degree. However, she is hesitant because she has been out of school for many years.


1			How would you help Maria with her decision?




2			What careers would you have Maria explore?

In the Workplace

Maria completed a degree in childhood development. She has been a caregiver at a children's day-care center for two years. She has enjoyed her job, but she feels that it is time for a change. If she wants to stay in her field and advance, she has to travel and go into management. She wants more time off to spend with her family, write, and become more involved in community action groups. Maria would like to stay in a related field. She still likes working with children, but she also enjoys giving presentations and workshops and writing. She has thought about consulting, writing, or starting her own small business.


3			What strategies in this chapter would help Maria with her career change?




4			What one habit would you recommend to Maria to help her with her career planning?

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In the Classroom

In the Workplace

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