{"product_id":"who-do-you-think-you-are-9781119384700","title":"Who Do You Think You Are","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGive your kids their greatest chance at success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWho Do You Think You Are?\u003c\/i\u003ehelps parents, school counselors, and administrators get teens thinking aboutand interested intheir future careers. Success in college and beyond relies on thorough prior preparation; by identifying interests and passions early on, young people are better able to plan for the career they want by mapping out the academic path to support it. This book shows you how to guide teens along on this journey, and how to stick with them until they reach the goals they''ve set. From helping them discover just what it is they''re interested in, to finding the institution that will help them flourish and setting out a clear plan of attack, this book provides invaluable insight from an expert in student success.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo one expects every student to have a definitive life plan by high school graduation, but having\u003ci\u003esome\u003c\/i\u003e idea of direction is critical. Nearly 3.3 million students will graduate high s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e About the Authors ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Who Are You?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 How Do You Get Started? 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow do you have the crucial conversations? How do the choices of career and college fit together?How do the courses you take in high school affect the options you have in life?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 What Are Your Interests and Strengths? 13\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho are you? What do you like to do? What do you care about? What do you do well? How do others see your strengths?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 What Does Work Mean to You? 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow do you balance money and meaning? What kind of work would you find fulfilling? What kind of life do you envision for yourself?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Where Are You Heading?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Are You Ready for a Career in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math? 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAre you taking the right courses? Are you realistic about the requirements? Are you open to different career pathways (engineering, medicine, agriculture, business, information technology)? What special challenges and opportunities may be faced by women and minorities in STEM careers?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Chapter 5 Can You Have a Good Career with a Degree in the Liberal Arts? 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiberal arts can help to develop many critical career skills and can be a springboard for many different careers. What are the challenges and opportunities of finding a place to start your career with a liberal arts degree?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Chapter 6 Can You Have a Career Helping Others without Sacrificing Your Own Needs? 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat are the rewards and realities of human services careers (medicine, social work, psychology, teaching)?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Do You Want to Work in Business or Be in Business? 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat are the primary business pathways (e.g.,management, finance, information technology, hospitality)? How does entrepreneurship work and feel in practice? Do you need a college education to pursue a career in business?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Can You Make a Living as an Artist or Musician? 85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe odds of success in art, music, and other creative pursuits can be daunting, but how can you reframe assumptions about these careers to build a practical path?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III How Will You Get to Where You Want to Go?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Chapter 9 Should You Consider a Career in Law or Criminal Justice? 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThere are many different paths to a successful career in law and criminal justice. What are some of the options?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 How Can You Try On Your Career Interests? 113\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo you know why it’s good to “try before you buy” when it comes to careers? How can you conduct career “experiments”?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 Is College Right for You? 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat are the types of colleges, and where do you fit? How can you overcome your fears? Do you want to go straight to work? How can you hold on to your long-term goals if you need to go straight to  work? Is vocational education worth it? What about military careers?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12 Can You Afford College? 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo you know the difference between the list price and the real price of college? How do you decide if a college is worth the cost? Will getting a degree pay off in the long run?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13 Does It Matter Where You Go to College? 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow do you find the best fit for you? How do you build a smart list of colleges for your applications? How do you make the most of college no matter where you go?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14 Is Community College a Better Place to Start? 167\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is a 2+2 program, and what are the advantages? What are the upsides and downsides of starting in community college?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15 Closing Thoughts 179\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eAdditional Resources 181\u003cbr\u003e Notes 185\u003cbr\u003e Index 189\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49407043141975,"sku":"9781119384700","price":17.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781119384700.jpg?v=1730497979","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/who-do-you-think-you-are-9781119384700","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}