Don't let your students into the workplace without seeing this program
- Louise Fulton, EDD

First Job Survival Skills
Unit 1: Surviving the First 90 Days

Unit 1, Module 1: The Foundation: A Positive Work Ethic Part 1: Giving 100% Committing to the work ethic is the single most important way we prepare to face the demands of the workplace and give 100%. Students will learn the importance of cultivating a positive work ethic. Part 2: Personal Habits That Mean a Lot Arriving late and unkempt presents a poor attitude. Students will understand that personal preparations for the workday directly affect job performance and the boss's perception of them as a worker. Part 3: You Are Not in School Anymore Students will understand that immature behaviors, ignoring company rules, and a careless attitude will not be tolerated in the workplace. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 1: $299 Order No. 1066.1   Unit 1, Module 2: Workplace Manners and Boundaries Part 1: Crossing the Line Expressing good workplace manners and courtesies enhances everybody's work performance. Students will learn that being friendly to co-workers while observing social boundaries promotes a healthy work environment. Part 2: Workplace Conduct Workers who are disrespectful, rude, or invade the personal space of others are disruptive and show a lack of respect for their co-workers. Students will learn to understand appropriate workplace conduct. Part 3: Workplace Disposition A worker's ability to show respect, enthusiasm, maturity, and professionalism is crucial to success in the first 90 days. Students will learn how vital it is to show enthusiasm on the job. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 2: $299 Order No. 1066.2   Unit 1, Module 3: Learning and Doing the Job Part 1: Listening and Not Overstating Skills Paying attention is at the heart of any job. Students will learn that in order to succeed, they will need to focus on learning new tasks, following instructions and being honest about their abilities. Part 2: Doing It the Boss's Way Without a doubt, one of the first qualities a boss expects from a new worker is dependability. Students also will learn the importance of flexibility when the boss requires change. Part 3: Going the Extra Mile If you want to get promoted in any position, you will have to show the boss that you can think on your own, take initiative and innovate. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 3: $299 Order No. 1066.3   Unit 1, Module 4: No Whining, No Excuses Part 1: I Would Have, Except... Whining, making excuses and blaming others indicate a lack of drive, initiative and team spirit. Students will learn that there is no excuse for poor performance and the boss will not respond favorably to a whiner. Part 2: But... Taking responsibility for a mistake communicates to the employer that you understand what you did wrong and thus are not likely to do it again. Students will understand that a good employee does whatever it takes to get the job done. Part 3: Being a Team Player A positive morale and team mentality can make all the difference in the work environment and employee relations. Students will understand that contributing to positive morale is part of their job. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 4: $299 Order No. 1066.4   Unit 1, Module 5: Integrity at Work Part 1: No Second Chance The importance of being honest and truthful with an employer cannot be overestimated. Students will learn that employees are seldom given a second chance to prove themselves trustworthy. Part 2: An Honest Day's Work Breaking promises, avoiding work and repeatedly calling in sick are explored as examples of a lack of integrity at work. Students will learn that wasting time on the job can also be seen as dishonesty by the boss. Part 3: Review: Bosszilla Meets the Employees from Hell In these hilarious vignettes, your students will see an example of seven types of problem workers and identify ways to avoid these 90-day washout behaviors. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 5: $299 Order No. 1066.5   Unit 1, Module 6: The Interview: Getting Your Foot in the Door Part 1: The Interview Starts in the Front Office Teach your students that the interview starts the moment they enter the employer's door. First impressions really do count, especially in the waiting room. Part 2: Winning the Interview Body language, presenting a positive attitude and expressing enthusiasm and respect are the most important things you can communicate to a boss in the initial job interview. Part 3: Appearance Really Counts A job interview should be considered a special occasion. Students will understand that appropriate clothing, grooming, and makeup are essential. Includes: · 1 DVD or 3 VHS tapes · teacher's guide Module 6: $299 Order No. 1066.6     « Back to First Job Survival Skills Home