Career Pivot

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Are you ready to make a career pivot?

How do you generally think of failure?

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

At the moment this statement best describes me.

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

Do you have a mentor?

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

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

Never
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.
On rare occasions when someone invites me

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

Yes No

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 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
I’m just lucky to have a job

What is your highest education level?

High-school degree
Some college
College graduate
Graduate degree

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

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

Yes No

How long have you been at your current job?

What’s more important?

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

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

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

Yes No

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

What age range are you in?

Do you wake up looking forward to work?

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

Do you have a fully updated LinkedIn profile?

Yes No

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

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

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.
On rare occasions when it is expected of me due to my job
Never

I am passionate about my company and our mission

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

Yes No

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