Career Readiness Check

What is career exploration?

• The process of randomly choosing a career without any research or consideration of skills and interests.

• The process of staying in the same career for the rest of one's life without exploring other options.

• The process of relying solely on others to determine one's career path without any personal input or research.

• The process of discovering and researching various career options to determine the best fit for an individual's skills, interests, and goals.

Why is career exploration important?

• Career exploration helps individuals discover new opportunities and expand their horizons.

• Career exploration is important because it helps individuals gain a better understanding of their interests, skills, and values, which in turn allows them to make informed decisions about their career path.

• Career exploration allows individuals to network and make valuable connections in their desired field.

• Career exploration helps individuals develop important skills and competencies that are necessary for success in the workplace.

What are some methods for career exploration?

• Reading books and articles about different careers, talking to friends and family about their jobs, and volunteering in various industries.

• Networking with professionals in the field, attending industry conferences, and participating in internships.

• Conducting informational interviews, job shadowing, attending career fairs, taking career assessments, and researching online resources.

• Taking online courses, joining professional organizations, and attending career workshops.

What is a career assessment?

• A career assessment is a test that determines an individual's IQ and intelligence.

• A career assessment is a process of evaluating an individual's physical fitness and health for specific jobs.

• A career assessment is a process of evaluating an individual's interests, skills, values, and personality traits to determine suitable career options.

• A career assessment is a tool used by employers to evaluate an individual's job performance and productivity.

How can informational interviews help in career exploration?

• Informational interviews can provide job offers and immediate career opportunities.

• Informational interviews can help in networking and building professional connections.

• Informational interviews provide valuable insights and information about different industries, job roles, and career paths.

• Informational interviews can help in improving technical skills and qualifications.

What are some online resources for career exploration?

• LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, CareerBuilder

• Dice, Snagajob, USAJOBS

• CareerOneStop, The Muse, JobHero

• Monster, ZipRecruiter, SimplyHired

What is a career goal?

• A career goal is a hobby or interest that an individual pursues in their free time.

• A career goal is a job or position that an individual currently holds.

• A career goal is a random decision made by an individual without any planning or thought.

• A career goal is a specific objective or target that an individual sets for their professional development and success.

Why is it important to set career goals?

• To provide direction and motivation, aid in personal and professional growth, increase job satisfaction, and improve decision-making and planning.

• To provide direction and motivation, but hinder personal and professional growth, decrease job satisfaction, and hinder decision-making and planning.

• To provide confusion and demotivation, hinder personal and professional growth, decrease job satisfaction, and hinder decision-making and planning.

• To limit personal and professional growth, decrease job satisfaction, and hinder decision-making and planning.

What are some common career goals?

• Finding work-life balance, becoming a manager, achieving financial stability, gaining international work experience

• Advancing in a current job, changing careers, starting a business, pursuing further education

How can you develop a career plan?

• Follow the steps mentioned in the explanation.

• Take on new challenges and responsibilities in your current job

• Seek guidance from a career counselor or mentor

• Create a vision for your career and set specific goals