Smooth Transitions 4 Teens

Do you want to know something? You have everything you need inside of you right now to create a happy, prosperous, and purposeful life. You have the ability to maintain a lifestyle and career that you enjoy and look forward to every day, that you can get excited about. If you are willing to take the steps, doing what your heart leads you to do, you can inspire yourself, build your self-confidence and make a positive difference in this world. In short, you can Create Your Perfect Life. Sometimes the hardest part of a project is getting started. Creating and planning for the future can seem like a giant-sized task. Many people ask, “Where do I start and what are the steps to get me where I want to be?” SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS will help you identify the steps to take. As you explore career and education options, putting forth the effort to acquire necessary skills, you will empower yourself, gain confidence and increasingly become the decision maker, creating the life you want to have. The Sky is the Limit! SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction How to Use SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS Introductory Survey 2nd Survey 10 Steps to Creating Your Perfect Life Education Employment Food and Nutrition Future Community Connections Health Home Management Internships Interpersonal Skills Legal Issues Leisure and Recreation Money Management Personal Objectives Support Network Transportation Volunteering Monthly Plans # 1 – 24 Calendars Weights and Measurements Table SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS will help you: 1. Build Confidence in yourself 2. Decrease fear and worry about the future by taking one step at a time 3. Learn the steps and acquire the skills to prepare for life on your own 4. Set goals for yourself 5. Make realistic plans to help you reach your goals 6. Experiment with several career options before making a commitment 7. Develop financial security by saving and managing your money wisely 8. Build your resume’ 9. Become the decision maker in your life 10. Create Your Perfect Life; Intend to succeed SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS Is your Career and Job Interview Portfolio Display Your Accomplishments! EXAMPLE OBJECTIVES: EDUCATION- Objective # 9 List of schools attended, with dates attended, addresses and contact information. *Take SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS with you when you fill out job applications or go on an interview. You will need your education history to complete job applications* Name and Address of school: ________________________ Telephone Number: ________________________________ Website: ________________________________________ Contact Person(s): _________________________________ Dates attended: FROM: _______________TO: _____________ Last Grade:____________________________________ Date of Graduation: _____________________________ Degree or Certification Earned: ____________________ Awards or Recognitions: __________________________ EMPLOYMENT- Objective # 1: Collect necessary documents and record information before you look for a job. *Make sure to have your education history information which you recorded in Education Objective #9 above. Take SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS with you when you fill out job applications or go on a job interview. You will need to enter your education history to fill out a job application. Show what you have accomplished; the interviewer will be impressed* Social Security card * Contact the local Social Security office in your town and they will tell you the steps for obtaining either a new or replacement social security card. Always protect your social security number from identity theft* ID card * Contact the local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV or MVD) and they will tell you the steps for obtaining a state issued ID card* Employment history with contact information *Take SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS with you to job interviews, and when you go to fill out job applications. You will be totally prepared having your employment history recorded and right in front of you. This information is recorded in Employment Objective #11 below. You will set yourself apart during an interview with SMOOTH TRANSITIONS 4 TEENS, your career planning portfolio in hand, as you confidently show the interviewer all you have accomplished HOME MANAGEMENT-Objective # 7: Figure your housing costs (including utilities, deposits, renter’s insurance, furnishings) before you sign a lease. *You may be required to pay first and last months’ rent up front or a substantial deposit. Utilities usually require a deposit before starting service unless utilities are included in your rent* TOTAL PERSONAL HOUSING COSTS First Month Every Month RENT: RENT: Electric: Electric: Water: Water: Gas: Gas: Phone: Phone: Cable: Cable: SECURITY DEPOSIT: OTHER DEPOSITS: (phone, electric, gas, water) RENTER’S RENTER’S INSURANCE: INSURANCE (optional) (optional) FURNITURE: KITCHEN SUPPLIES: OTHER OTHER EXPENSES: EXPENSES: TOTAL: __________ TOTAL: _____________ INTERPERSONAL SKILLS- Objective # 4: Choose to resolve conflicts peacefully, give up the need to be right. Give space, cool down, speak your truth without attacking. * Develop the skill of being able to let go of an outcome. Sometimes it is better not to engage, to allow and just observe what is* TRANSPORTATION- Objective # 3 Date: ______________ Research car buying: check blue-book (average buying and selling prices for cars based on age, condition, etc.) values online. *Compare- shop around before you buy anything; take your time; talk to people you trust who are experienced in car buying. Know the total cost of your car, including any interest costs. This amount is what the car really costs* Notes: