Dated February 21, 2007
(Questions answered on career concerns)
I am studying food technology in Tamil Nadu, I want to know details about the career opportunities in this field?
Arvind
Via e-mail
Food technology is primarily related to storage, research and quality control of food products. The main employer of food technologists is the food processing industry where they supervise the processing of foods according to specifications. They are responsible for checking for any food adulteration or contamination and also the nutritional value of the food. They are responsible for quality control in this industry. They can also choose to specialise in specific areas of food processing like sugar, alcohol, bakery, dairy, oil, fruits, vegetables etc.
Food technologists are also employed in hospitals, educational institutions, and industrial facilities.
Opportunities in the government departments include being programme consultants to work for organisations such as the UNICEF, WHO, and NPCCED. Food technologists can also work as freelance consultants, fast-food entrepreneurs, or establish their own catering services. They can also become health educators and as freelance writers on food and health-related issues.
Could you give me some tips to overcome the barriers of communication?
Ravi Kumar
via email
In order to avoid communication gaps especially at the workplace, remember some of these ground rules:
Focus on what you know. Describe your own feelings rather than evaluating others. Express yourself and your views, rather than making assumptions about other people or situations. Try not to take everything personally, and similarly, express your own needs and opinions in terms of the job at hand.
Be genuine rather than manipulative. Be honest with yourself, and focus on working well with the people around you, and acting with integrity.
Allow for other points of view, and be open to other ways of doing things. Diversity brings creativity and innovation. Value yourself and your own experiences.
Be firm about your own rights and needs. Undervaluing yourself encourages others to do the same. Respond to others in ways that acknowledge their experiences.
Thank them for their inputs. Confirm their right to their feelings, even if you disagree. Ask questions, express positive feelings; and provide positive feedback when you can.
Be consistent between verbal and non-verbal cues. Non-verbal cues tend to be more convincing than verbal messages.
[The FAQ column deals with career concerns addressed to the C&K Management Ltd. P.O. Box 2178, Secunderabad 500003 or emailed to faqs@cnkonline.com]
ARVIND
Via e-mail
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