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Chapter 7
Learning About
Yourself
Chapter Objectives
Aft er studying this chapter, you will be able to
determine how personality, self-concept, interests, atti-
tudes, aptitudes, abilities, and values aff ect career decisions.
analyze how self-concept can aff ect job performance.
relate personal values to work values.
By knowing yourself, you can choose a career that suits you.
Your personality, self-concept, interests, attitudes, aptitudes, abili-
ties, and values are important to choosing a career you will like.
You can evaluate yourself by taking an honest look at yourself.
Key Concepts
How do I get to know the real me? What do I need
to know about myself when choosing a career?
Key Terms
resource
personality
self-concept
interests
self-assessment
inventory
attitude
aptitudes
abilities
learning styles
values