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Ch.11 Careers & Taxes
Careers & Taxes
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Business
10th Grade
10/22/2014

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Abilities
Definition
Natural or acquired skills or talents.
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Advancement
Definition
In terms of a career, an effort one makes (or a milestone one achieves) in bettering one's career.
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Aptitude
Definition
An inherent ability or talent.
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Benefits
Definition
Entitlements, such as health or life insurance, available in accordance with a wage agreement, insurance policy, or program.
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Career
Definition
A chosen pursuit, profession, or occupation.
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Career Path
Definition
A planned progression of jobs within one or more professions throughout one's working life.
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Cost of Living
Definition
The average cost of life's basic necessities, such as shelter, food, and clothing,.
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Cover Letter
Definition
A letter you send with your resume to provide more information about you.
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Education
Definition
The process of acquiring knowledge and developing skills, often through formal education resulting in a specialized degree.
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Entry Level
Definition
Indicates a job accessible to a person who is inexperienced in a particular field.
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Job
Definition
A regular activity performed in exchange for payment.
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Resume
Definition
A brief account of one's work experience and qualifications.
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Salary
Definition
A fixed compensation paid regularly for services.
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Skills
Definition
Proficiency acquired through training or experience.
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Standard of Living
Definition
A level of material comfort as measured by goods, services, and luxuries.
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Earned Income
Definition
Any income (wages/salary) that is generated by working.
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Income Tax
Definition
Tax aid out by anyone who earns income.
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Passive Income
Definition
Money earned on a regular basis with little or no effort required to maintain it. Some things that produce passive income are real estate, intellectual property like books or internet content, or a business in which the owner is not actively involved.
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Personal Branding
Definition
The process by which we "market" ourselves to others; involves highlighting personal strengths, interests and unique qualities and identifying goals.
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Portfolio Income
Definition
Income generated by selling an investment at a higher price than you paid for it.
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Property Taxes
Definition
Taxes paid by anyone who owns property such as land, a home or commercial real estate.
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Sales Taxes
Definition
Tax on goods and services that goes to your state or local government.
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Social Security
Definition
A federal insurance program funded by taxpayer dollars that provides benefits to people who are retired, unemployed or disabled.
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