Career Pivot

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Are you ready to make a career pivot?

I am passionate about my company and our mission

People’s thoughts and opinions of me are of great importance to me

At the end of the day, do you generally feel satisfied by the work you got done?

Do you have a strong support network of family, friends, and community that will be with you during this transition?

Yes No

What is your highest education level?

High-school degree
Some college
College graduate
Graduate degree

Which of these options best describes how you think of your job?

I love the work I’m doing but am always open to new possibilities
I’m doing what I’m made to do and wouldn’t dream of changing anything
I’m just lucky to have a job
I’m grateful for the job I have, but I wish it was in a field or setting that fit me better
I really dislike my job

How long have you been at your current job?

Have you gone to any conferences/trade shows or other gatherings in your industry?

Never
On rare occasions when it is expected of me due to my job
From time to time I hear of an event and will attend
Often. I plan out my year knowing the key events I need to attend to network in my industry and I look for educational events outside my industry to gain knowledge and marketability.

Do you wake up looking forward to work?

I am passionate about my role and job in my company — what I do each day

What age range are you in?

Are the people who you have the most significant relationships with supportive of you making a change?

Yes No

Do you have at least $1,000 set aside for emergencies?

Yes No

How often do you meet workplace friends or acquaintances for coffee/ lunch?

On rare occasions when someone invites me
Periodically when the thought crosses my mind
Often. This is hard-wired into my weekly schedule to develop relationships in my local area with a wide variety of leaders in different industries.
Never

Do you have a fully updated LinkedIn profile?

Yes No

What’s more important?

Passion for what you are doing
Having success at whatever you are doing

How do you generally think of failure?

Failure is part of life. If I learn something from it, it is no longer a failure.
It’s to be avoided at all costs.
It happens sometimes—get up and move on.
Failure has a lasting impact on me.

Have you taken any personality assessments like Myers-Briggs, StrengthsFinder, Career Direct, etc.?

Yes No

How long could your savings support you if you lost all income?

At the moment this statement best describes me.

No way I am moving. I am only open for opportunities nearby.
I can’t move because of special reasons (parents, children, etc.)
For the right opportunity I am willing to move anywhere
I’d prefer to stay in my local area but would consider moving for the right job

I find personal self-worth and value in myself through the work I do

Have you expressed interest in a career pivot to your spouse or the person closest to you?

Yes No

At the moment this statement best describes me.

Unsure of the right direction
I’m ready . . . let’s do this!
Wanting to have more savings before I pivot
Scared or fearful of the future
Looking for the right opportunity
Waiting for the right time

Do you have a mentor?

No
I have a couple of people whose advice I seek out from time to time
I have multiple mentors for different areas of my life who share experiences, insight, and guidance.
I have a dedicated mentor with a professional relationship

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