Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 4 Introduction Deciding what to do to earn a living is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Like any important decision, having all the information you need improves your chance of making a good one. Before making a career decision, you will need to become familiar with the workplace and the requirements of different occupations. Basic information about the world of work can be obtained in many ways. Information can be obtained from school counselors, the Internet, the library, as well as many other sources. It is very important, however, to confi rm what you learn about the work world through actual exposure to the workplace. Making the Transition from School to Career 1 Section 1.1 Importance of Work Section 1.2 Preparing for Career Success Reading Prep. Review the table of contents for this text. Trace the development of the content that is being presented from simple to complex ideas. College and Career Readiness Check Your Career IQ Before you begin the chapter, see what you already know about careers by scanning the QR code to take the chapter pretest. If you do not have a smartphone, visit www.g-wlearning.com. Chapter