Case Study 2 Preparing a Career Development Plan Mike Scott was a high school graduate who worked suggested that Scott might try taking a more positive as a receptionist at the headquarters of a large corpo approach during interviews. For example, he could ration. Scott did not have any particular plan for ca stress his self-improvement efforts at night school reer development; nevertheless, he wanted very much and the fact that he was a dependable and cooperative to improve his economic position. Recognizing his person who was willing to work hard to succeed in educational limitations, he began taking accounting the job for which he was applying courses on a random basis in an evening adult educa Following Munoz's advice, Scott applied for a tion program. position as an invoice clerk, a job for which she felt Scott also took advantage of the corporation's job he was qualified. He made a very forceful and posi- bidding system by applying for openings that were tive presentation during his interview, stressing the posted, even though in many instances he did not favorable qualities he possessed. As a result of this ap- meet the specifications listed for them. After being proach, he got the job. While the pay for an invoice rejected several times, he became discouraged. His clerk was not much more than that for a receptionist, depressed spirits were observed by Sonya Munoz, one the position did offer an avenue for possible advance- of the department managers in the corporation. Mu ment into the accounting field, in which the account noz invited Scott to come to her office for a talk about ing courses he was taking would be of value. the problems he was having Scott took full advantage of this opportunity to Questions 310 Type here to stand o BE 9 USE YOUR SMARTPHONETOR this ap meet the specifications listed for them. After being proach, he got the job. While the pay for an invoice rejected several times, he became discouraged. His clerk was not much more than that for a receptionist, depressed spirits were observed by Sonya Munoz, one the position did offer an avenue for possible advance- of the department managers in the corporation. Mu- ment into the accounting field, in which the account- noz invited Scott to come to her office for a talk about ing courses he was taking would be of value. the problems he was having Scott took full advantage of this opportunity to Questions express his frustrations and disappointments. As he unburdened herself, it became apparent to Munoz 1. What are some of the possible reasons Scott did that during interviews he repeatedly apologized for not seek or receive advice from his immediate having "only a high school education, an attitude that supervisor? had probably made it difficult for the interviewers 2. After reviewing the chapter, suggest all possible to select him over other candidates who were more ways that Scott can prepare himself for career positive about their backgrounds and skills. Munoz advancement Notes and References Aa 30 here to search O >> 9 USE YOUR SMARTPHONE FOR 12