Finance Literacy ch2 Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
Job | Work that you do mainly to earn money. |
Career | A commitment to work in a field that you find interesting and fulfilling. |
Standard of living | A measure of quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods and services a person can buy. |
Trends | Developments that mark changes in a particular area. |
Potential Earning Power | The amount of money you may earn over a period of time. |
Aptitudes | The natural abilities people posses. |
Interest inventories | Tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the most. |
Demographic trends | Tendencies of people grouped by age, gender, ethnicity, education, or income that changes over time. |
Geographic trends | Tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location. |
Service industries | Businesses that provide services for a fee, offer employment potential in coming years. |
Internship | A position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field. |
Cooperative Education | programs that allow students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests. |
Networking | A way of making and using contacts to get job information and advice. |
Informational Interview | A meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the career or company you are considering. |
Resume | A one- or two-page summary of your education, training, experience, and qualifications. |
Cover Letter | The personal letter that you present along with your résumé. |
Cafeteria-Style Employee Benefits | Programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs. |
Pension Plan | A retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer. |
Mentor | An experienced employee who serves as a teacher and counselor for a less-experienced person. |
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