1. CAREER PROJECT
ANDRES GARCIA
April 19, 2012
SLS-1001

2. PART ONE
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Summary of Your Work Interest Profile:
Enterprising
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the persuaders
Conventional Update Display
the organizers No Preference
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Social Vocational or Technical Institute Certificate Preferences
the helpers To clear your
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Careers That Match Your Work Interests
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GREEN BRIGHT NATIONAL
OCCUPATION NAME
JOBS OUTLOOK AVERAGE SALARY
Administrative Service Manager $81,530.00
Bank and Branch Managers $113,730.00
Brokers Floor Representative $91,390.00
Buyer $55,480.00
Catering Administrator $51,400.00
Chief Financial Officer $113,730.00
Contract Administrator $96,910.00
Contract Specialist $55,480.00
Controller (Finance) $113,730.00
Customer Service Supervisor $49,990.00
Fashion Coordinator $120,070.00
Finance Manager $113,730.00
Foreign Service Peacekeeping Specialist $60,500.00

3. Government Property Inspector $55,100.00
Government Service Executives $167,280.00
Harbor Master $110,550.00
Hotel Convention/Events Coordinator $48,060.00
Hotel Manager $53,500.00
Law Clerks $41,960.00
Legal Assistant $50,080.00
Legislative Assistant $65,000.00
Marketing Managers $120,070.00
Non-Retail Sales Supervisor $79,610.00
Office Supervisor $49,990.00
Paralegal $50,080.00
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents $59,600.00
Private Sector Executives $167,280.00
Public Health Service Officer $167,280.00
Purchasing Manager $96,910.00
Restaurant Manager $51,400.00
Retail Buyer $55,480.00
Sales Managers $111,570.00
Sales Representative (Graphic Arts) $53,190.00
Sales Representative (Printed Advertising) $53,190.00
Sales Representative (Radio & TV Time) $53,190.00
Securities Broker $91,390.00
Special Education Administrator $80,140.00
Treasurer (Corporate) $113,730.00
Warden $59,810.00
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PART TWO
Your Top Work Values

4. Recognition
It's very important to you that your work
satisfies your need for prestige and leadership
opportunities, as well as opportunities for
advancement.
Achievement
It's very important to you that your work allows
you to use your best abilities. You want to see
the results of your work and get a feeling of
accomplishment.
View Careers Matching your Work Values
Your Ranking of the Work Values
Click a title to see a description of a work value and all the occupations associated with
it.
Keep in mind that the higher the ranking, the better the work value matches you.
W ork Values
Recognition [22 ] out of 30
Achievement [21 ] out of 30
Relationships [20 ] out of 30
Independence [18 ] out of 30
Working Conditions [17 ] out of 30

5. Support [12 ]out of 30
Computer System Engineer/Architect
Designs and develops solutions to complex application problems, system administration
issues or network concerns.
Financial Manager
Plans, directs and coordinates accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities and
other financial activities of a branch, office or department of an establishment.
PART THREE
Administrative Services Manager
“Is This For You?” What does a person do in this career and are you still interested
in this field? Does this field match the results of your assessments?
- I believe it is for me. Even though that it doesn’t have all the things that I’m really
focusing on right now, but it was the one I mostly saw similar. I believe I’m a persuader
person that I like to sell things or ideas. I like to use language skills to convince other
people of my ideas. I am very organized and I keep my things organized and neat. I enjoy
workings with charts and reports, and work well with power and authority. A person in
this career directs or coordinates the supportive services department of a business, agency,
or organization. It also prepares and reviews operational reports and schedules to ensure
accuracy and efficiency. It Sets goals and deadlines for the department. Acquires,
distributes and stores supplies. Analyzes internal processes and recommends and
implements procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or
the disposal of records. Plans, administers and controls budgets for contracts, equipment

6. and supplies. Monitors the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-
maintained. Hires and terminates clerical and administrative personnel. Oversees the
maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
Oversees construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that
facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government
regulations. I’m really interested in this field, but taking it to the direction if what it is
accounting.
“What to Learn” What type of degree or certification do you need for this career?
- Postsecondary training, plus work experience
Education and experience requirements for these managers vary widely, depending on the
size and complexity of the organization. Specific requirements vary by job responsibility.
For first-line administrative services managers of secretarial, mailroom, and related
support activities, many employers prefer to hire people who have an associate degree in
business or management, although a high school diploma may suffice when combined with
appropriate experience. Some administrative services managers have advanced degrees.
Extra Requirements
Attainment of the Certified Manager (CM) designation offered by the Institute of Certified
Professional Managers (ICPM), through education, work experience, and successful
completion of examinations, can enhance a manager's advancement potential. Voluntary
certifications are offered by the American Association of Healthcare Administrative
Management (AAHAM), the Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM), and the
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP).

7. “Money & Outlook” What is the salary range for this career and the employment
outlook? Is this what you expected?
- Money and Outlook
Florida Earnings
Average Annual Wage $99,382
Entry Annual Wage $60,570
Experienced Annual Wage $118,789
Entry Hourly Wage $29.12
Experienced Hourly Wage $57.11
Average Hourly Wage $47.78
Florida's Employment and Outlook (State-wide)
Outlook Stable
Growth is estimated to be 14%
Job Openings 331 estimated annual job openings (159 due
to growth and 172 due to replacement)
Employment 8,791 were employed in this occupation
Well, pretty much yes; this is what I was expecting of it. Even though that I will
accomplish a lot of goals so I can earn more than what it is.
“Connections” Select at least one networking resource from this area and tell how it
benefits your career choice.
- Associations
International Facility Management Association
1 East Greenway Plaza, Suite 1100
Houston, TX 77046-0194

8. Benefits of joining IFMA:
1. Representation:
Be a part of a worldwide association.
2. Networking:
Meet and talk with professionals locally and globally.
3. Professional Credentials:
Earn your Certified Facility Manager credential and more.
4. Education and Training:
Broaden skills and knowledge in all FM-related areas.
5. Opportunities:
to grow both personally and professionally.
SLS Career Clusters Paper
What did you learn about yourself after completing the Choices “Work Values
Sorter” and FOCUS?
- I learned about myself by completing the Choices “Work Values Sorter” that it's
very important that my work satisfies my needs for prestige and leadership
opportunities, as well as opportunities for advancement. I also learned that for me
it’s very important that my work allows me to use my best abilities, that I want to
see results of my work and get a feeling of my accomplishment.

9. The higher the ranking, the better the work matches me:
Recognition [22 out of 30]
Achievement [21 out of 30]
Relationships [20 out of 30]
Independence [18 out of 30]
Working Conditions [17 out of 30]
Support [12 out of 30]
About FOCUS, according to the “Work Interest Assessment” my profile describes me in the
Enterprising as the persuaders, in the Conventional as the organizers, and in the Social as
the helpers.
Were you interested in any of the suggested careers that matched your
assessments? If so, which ones? Did you research them? If not, why not?
- Administrative Service Manager is the first career that matched my assessments
and that I’m interested in. Which a national average salary is $81,530.00
- The second would be Bank and Branch Managers, which its national average salary
is $113,730.00
What occupation did you research from the “Gold Star” list?
- Administrative Service Manager.
Which of the web sites under “Connections” did you check out? What did you learn
from this website?

10. - International Facility Management Association
1 East Greenway Plaza, Suite 1100
Houston, TX 77046-0194
IFMA is the world’s largest and most widely recognized international association for
professional facility managers, supporting more than 22,655 members in 78 countries.
The association’s members:
Include 127 chapters and 16 industry councils worldwide
Manage more than 37 billion square feet of property
Annually purchase more than US$100 billion in products and services
Formed in 1980, IFMA certifies facility managers, conducts research, provides educational
programs, recognizes facility management certificate programs and produces World
Workplace, the world’s largest facility management conference and exposition.
Based on what you have learned with this research what is your educational and
career goal? 1-low did this research influence your decision?
- First of all, I want to finish my Associate in Science based on Business
Administration. Doing my best to become better every time I can, putting all my
effort and dedication to accomplish the best grades and being constant all the time
with my studies. This research had influenced me to take a better emphasized
decision about the career that I’m studying for. I had provided me a lot of

11. information from the benefits, to what’s the salary. So many facts that will make be
more prepared and focus on what I want to obtain.
In what way did you find this project helpful? Did you find any surprises?
- I found it very helpful in the way that it showed me different aspects of myself.
Things that I doubt of myself sometimes. If I was really that capable to do a lot of
things. It guided me to a really right direction. In which I could had a better point of
view.

12. ANDRES GARCIA
Exploring Career Information from the Bureau of Labor
Statistics -- 2010-11 Edition
Accountant
What is this job like?
 Accountants and auditors keep track of a company's money. The company's
managers and people outside the company read their reports. Managers look at the
accountants' reports to see how well their companies are doing. Governments use the
reports to tell how much tax a company should pay. Some people read them to decide
if they want to do business with the company. Others use them to decide if they want
to lend money to the company or not.
How do you get ready?
 Most accountants have a college degree in accounting. Public accountants have to
take a special test as well, resulting in a certification. Public accountants also must
have a special license from the State in which they live. Most employers want
accountants who know quite a bit about computers. Previous experience in a summer
or part-time internship is also a plus.

13. People who want to be accountants should be good at math, and have good analytical
skills. They also should be able to write well, so that they can tell others about their
findings.
How much does this job pay?
 In May 2008, the average yearly wages of accountants and auditors were $65,840.
Earnings of accountants depend on how long they have been working.
How many jobs are there?
 There were 1.3 million accountants and auditors in 2008. Most of them worked in
cities, because that is where the large companies tend to be.
What about the future?
 Employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow much faster than the
average for all occupations through the year 2018.
Accountants have good job opportunities. This is because there will be new and
changing laws that will increase the need for accountants; also, there will be more
private companies that will need accountants. Accountants who have a lot of special
skills, such as certified public accountants (CPAs) and certified management
accountants, should have the easiest time finding a job.

14. Are there other jobs like this?
 Bookkeeping clerks
 Budget analysts
 Cost estimators
 Financial analysts
 Loan officers
 Personal financial advisors
Where can you find more information?
 More BLS information about accountants and auditors can be found in the
Occupational Outlook Handbook. The Handbook also shows where to find out
even more about this job.
Financial Analyst
What is this job like?
 Financial analysts help people decide how to invest their money. They work for
banks, insurance companies, mutual funds, and securities firms. They often meet with
company officials to learn more about the firms in which they want to invest. After
the meetings, the analysts write reports and give talks about what they found out.
Then, they suggest buying or selling that firm's stock.

15. • How do you get ready?
 Most financial analysts have a college degree in business, accounting, statistics, or
finance. A master's degree in business administration (MBA) is desirable.
Math, computer, and problem-solving skills are vital. Working with clients requires
good people skills. Confidence, maturity, and the ability to work on your own are
important, too. Analysts also need good communication skills to explain complex
financial ideas using simple words.
Financial analysts must be able to look for obscure facts and details about companies.
To get ready for these jobs, it helps to learn how to make presentations and write
reports. It also helps to read about business news.
• How much does this job pay?
 In May 2008, the average yearly wages of financial analysts were $84,780. Many
financial analysts also get a bonus. The bonus can add a lot to their earnings.
• How many jobs are there?
 There were 250,600 financial analysts in 2008. Many work at the head offices of big
financial firms. Many of these jobs are in New York City.
• What about the future?

16.  Employment of financial analysts should grow much faster than average for all
occupations through 2018. Banks and mutual fund companies will need more
financial analysts to recommend which stocks and bonds they should buy or sell. But
competition is expected for jobs, because many people want them.
• Are there other jobs like this?
 Accountants
 Financial managers
 Insurance sales agents
 Real estate agents
 Securities, commodities, and financial services sales representatives
• Where can you find more information?
 More BLS information about financial analysts and personal financial advisors can be
found in the Occupational Outlook Handbook. The Handbook also shows where to find
out even more about this job.
One of the career that I have as an option to study is Computer Software Engineer because
computers are so important to our lives, there is a constant need to develop new software.
Computer software engineers apply computer science, engineering, and math to design, develop,
and test software. (Computer hardware engineers design computer chips, boards, systems,
modems, and printers.)