Future Ready Workbook
Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 1: Clocking In
Prioritize Deadline Punctual Shift Schedule Resume Interview Reliable Reference Tardy
Taylor was nervous to start their first 1. ______________________ at the local store. To make a good impression, Taylor made sure to be 2. ______________________ arriving 10 minutes early for every shift. Their manager handed them a weekly 3. ______________________ so they knew exactly when to work. The manager explained that it is important to be 4. ______________________ because the team depends on you. If you are going to be 5. ______________________ you must call the manager immediately.
During the shift, Taylor learned how to 6. ______________________ their tasks, doing the most urgent jobs first. Finishing setup by 9:00 AM was a strict 7. ______________________ that could not be missed. When applying, Taylor had to submit a professional 8. ______________________ that listed their skills. After that, they were called in for an 9. ______________________ to answer questions from the boss. Finally, Taylor provided a teacher as a character 10. ______________________ to prove they were a hard worker.
Careers & Preparedness • Page 1
Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 2: The I-Statement Tool
What is an I-Statement?
A professional way to talk about a problem without blaming others. It focuses on how you feel and what you need to succeed.
I Feel... When... I Need...
Scenario 1: A coworker keeps interrupting you while you work.
I Feel...
When...
I Need...
Scenario 2: Your boss changed your schedule without asking you.
I Feel...
When...
I Need...
Scenario 3: You are overwhelmed with too many tasks at once.
I Feel...
When...
I Need...
Careers & Preparedness • Page 2
Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 3: Staying Cool
Word Bank: BREATH, CALM, PATIENCE, BREAK, FLEXIBLE, FOCUS, LISTEN, RESPECT, HONESTY, POSITIVE
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1. Staying ____ helps you think clearly. (4)
3. A short ____ reset from tasks. (5)
5. Keep your ____ on the important job. (5)
7. Tell the truth; work with ____. (7)
8. Always treat others with ____. (7)
10. Being ____ means you handle change. (8)
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2. Have ____ when waiting on others. (8)
4. A deep ____ resets your brain. (6)
6. Carefully ____ when the boss talks. (6)
9. Keep a ____ attitude even when busy. (8)
Careers & Preparedness • Page 3
Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 4: Word Scramble
Word Bank
Breath Calm Break Patience Flexible Shift Skills Apply Goals Professional
HTREAB:
MLAC:
AEKRB:
CPEINTAE:
XIBLEFLE:
TSIFH:
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YLPPA:
SLAOG:
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Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 5: Career Hunt
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Find these 20 Words:
• Resume
• Interview
• Skills
• College
• Career
• Boss
• Apply
• Goals
• Success
• Network
• Dress
• Punctual
• Teamwork
• Training
• Salary
• Benefits
• Office
• Retail
• Hiring
• Growth
Careers & Preparedness • Page 5
Future Ready Packet
Name: _________________ Date: __________
Part 6: Professional Choices
Circle the best response for each workplace scenario.
1. You realize you are going to be 15 minutes late for your shift. What is the most professional action?
A. Slip in quietly and hope no one notices.
B. Call your manager immediately to explain and give an ETA.
C. Text a coworker and ask them to cover for you.
2. Your manager gives you feedback on a task that you disagree with. How should you respond?
A. Listen calmly and ask questions to understand their perspective.
B. Tell them they are wrong and explain why your way is better.
C. Ignore the feedback and keep doing it your way.
3. You finish all your assigned tasks early. What should you do next?
A. Check your phone or social media until the shift ends.
B. Sit in the breakroom and wait for someone to notice.
C. Ask your supervisor if there is anything else you can help with.
4. Which of the following is an example of professional "Punctuality"?
A. Arriving exactly at your start time every day.
B. Arriving 5-10 minutes early to prepare for your shift.
C. Showing up within 5 minutes of your start time.
5. You are working at a front desk and a customer is being rude. What is the best strategy?
A. Be rude back so they know they can't treat you that way.
B. Use a calm voice and stay polite while trying to help them.
C. Walk away and leave the customer standing there alone.
Careers & Preparedness • Page 6
Future Ready Answer Key
Teacher Key & Support
Future Ready Transition Packet
Official Key
Part 1: Clocking In (Page 1)
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Shift
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Punctual
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Schedule
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Reliable
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Tardy
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Prioritize
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Deadline
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Resume
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Interview
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Reference
Part 2: I-Statements (Page 2)
1. "I feel frustrated when I am interrupted. I need you to wait until I am done."
2. "I feel stressed when my schedule is changed without notice. I need to be told a week early."
3. "I feel overwhelmed when I have too many tasks. I need help picking what is most important."
Part 3: Staying Cool (Page 3)
Across
1. CALM | 3. BREAK | 5. FOCUS | 7. HONESTY | 8. RESPECT | 10. FLEXIBLE
Down
2. PATIENCE | 4. BREATH | 6. LISTEN | 9. POSITIVE
Part 4: Word Scramble (Page 4)
1. BREATH
2. CALM
3. BREAK
4. PATIENCE
5. FLEXIBLE
6. SHIFT
7. SKILLS
8. APPLY
9. GOALS
10. PROFESSIONAL
Part 5: Career Hunt (Page 5)
RESUME (R1)
SUCCESS (R1)
INTERVIEW (R2)
PUNCTUAL (R3)
HIRING (R3)
TEAMWORK (R4)
SALARY (R5)
GOALS (R5)
COLLEGE (R6)
BENEFITS (R7)
TRAINING (R8)
OFFICE (R9)
NETWORK (R9)
APPLY (R10)
CAREER (R11)
BOSS (R11)
RETAIL (R12)
GROWTH (R12)
DRESS (R13)
WORKER (R13)
Part 6: Professional Choices (Page 6)
1. B - Call manager immediately.
2. A - Listen calmly and ask questions.
3. C - Ask if there is anything else.
4. B - Arriving 5-10 minutes early.
5. B - Use a calm voice and stay polite.
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