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Unit 7

about themselves with a prospective employer or mentor or an educational insti-
tution to which they are applying. If you decide to use the Internet for this purpose,
be careful to protect personal and confidential information.
A portfolio is a good way to identify important materials that will help you
with your self-assessment. It also keeps materials organized so you can show
them to others to demonstrate achievement, or as you apply for educational
programs and jobs. Because it must communicate your preparation and skills
effectively, it should be well organized, professional, and easy for others to
review and understand.

CHECKPOINT
How can a career portfolio help you in career planning?

25.4 Assessment

UNDERSTAND MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
Determine the best answer for each of the following questions.
1. People in ____ occupations are responsible for specific units in a
business and must make decisions about operations and personnel.
a. entry-level
b. career-level
c. supervisor/management
d. specialist
2. An organized collection of information and materials developed to
represent yourself, your preparation, and your accomplishments is a
a. résumé
b. career portfolio
c. job application
d. career plan

THINK CRITICALLY
Answer the following questions as completely as possible.
3. Why is it fairly easy for businesspeople who work in one company
or industry to move to a job in a different company, industry, or
country?
4. How can a well-developed career portfolio pro-
vide an advantage for an applicant for a new job?

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