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Per. Fin. - Ch. 2
Personal Finance - Chapter 2 Terms - Finances and Career Planning
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Work that you do mainly to earn money. | job |
| A commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling. | career |
| A measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy. | standard of living |
| Developments that mark changes in a particular area. | trends |
| The amount of money you may earn over time. | potential earning power |
| The natural abilities that people possess. | aptitudes |
| Tests that help identify activities that you enjoy the most. | interest inventories |
| Tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that change over time. | demographic trends |
| Tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location. | geographic trends |
| Businesses that provide services for a fee. | service industries |
| A position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field. | internship |
| A program that allows students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests. | cooperative education |
| A way of making and using contacts to get job information and advice. | networking |
| A meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the carer or company you are considering. | informational interview |
| A one or two page summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications. | resume |
| The personal letter that you present along with your resume. | cover letter |
| Programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs. | cafeteria-style employee benefits |
| A retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer. | pension plan |
| An experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counslor for a less-experienced person. | mentor |