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Part Three Making Plans for Career Success
careers, like those of a carpenter, teacher, and reporter, have
primary and secondary interests. Knowing your particular
interests will help you focus on a good career match.
The Three A’s
Attitude, aptitude, and ability are the three A’s. You can
improve your attitude and abilities, but you have no control
over your aptitude.
Your Attitude—Positive or Negative?
Your attitude is very important. Attitude is how you react
to a situation. Your reaction shapes how other people view
you. Is your attitude positive or negative, happy or angry?
You probably know people who are friendly, pleasant, and
kind. These are signs of a positive attitude. People with this
attitude are very popular. Employers tend to hire these people,
and employees like to work with them.
People with a negative attitude are just the opposite. They
often complain and are rarely satisfied. They think their ideas
are the best and are unwilling to compromise. These people
become very difficult coworkers. Employers try to avoid
hiring individuals with a negative attitude.
Your
Reading
How do your interests
play a key role in your
career choice?
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Carpenters and other
craftspeople have
jobs that focus on
tools and the objects
that result from using
them.
attitude
How you react to a situation.