Read Chapter 1 – Connecting to Today’s Workplace and discuss the following questions on the discussion board.
1. How would you describe the current job market?
2. How might the current conditions in the job market influence your career decisions?
3. Is the Google Company a company you would want to work for? Why or why not? (your answer should include at least 3 reasons)
4 When networking face-to-face, what are some of the intangible qualities you project that would not be evident online?
5 Compare the impact of an unhealthy financial market vs. a healthy financial market on job growth.
6 List three factors that contribute to a healthy economy.
7 Describe two advantages of a diverse workforce.
8 Why is it beneficial for companies to create formal and informal networking opportunities for their employees?
9 What benefits do younger workers bring to the workplace?
10 Why should employers be concerned about the retirement of baby boomers?
11 Younger workers and older workers are motivated to own and operate their own businesses for different reasons. What are these reasons?
12 Item 35
Name two ways that you can keep your skills current.
