Job Ready
Get prepared with some of the basic skills to enter the workforce.
Giving 110 Percent A challenge to learn a simple principle of giving 110% to every task, setting the Trekker head and shoulders above their peers. Ages: 16 | |
Using a computer spreadsheet An introduction to spreadsheets and a challenge to the Trekker to create their own spreadsheet to document their expenses. Ages: 12 to 14 | |
Giving a good handshake A short study to teach a good, positive handshake, helping the Trekker make a good first impression every time. Ages: 15 | |
Interview Conduct A lesson about conduct at a job interview and a challenge for a practice interview. Ages: 16 | |
Carefully following directions A challenge to develop listening skills along with tips to improve retention and understanding of instructions for the Trekker. Ages: 10 | |
Write a thank you note An exercise in thank you note writing to relay gratitude and return the love or kindness shown to the Trekker. Ages: 8 | |
Handling Money and giving change An exercise to help the child become proficient at taking cash and giving change. Ages: 8 | |
Eye contact An exercise to enforce the need for good eye contact and the reasons for it. Ages: 9 | |
Your Future Self Ages: 8 to 16 | |
Job application Looking at dos and do nots concerning job applications, and then filling out a couple of job applications as practice and assess the childs professionalism. Ages: 15 |