Assessing Yourself

What is self-concept?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The process of taking stock of your skills, interests, aptitudes, and abilities

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What is self-esteem?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The process of taking stock of your skills, interests, aptitudes, and abilities

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What is an interest?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The process of taking stock of your skills, interests, aptitudes, and abilities

• The activities, events, and ideas that you like

What is an aptitude?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The natural, physical, and mental talents for learning

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What is an ability?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The natural, physical, and mental talents for learning

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What is the process of self-assessment?

• The mental image you have of yourself

• The feeling of self-worth and confidence

• The process of taking stock of your skills, interests, aptitudes, and abilities

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What are some components of making a self-assessment?

• Believing in your capabilities, exercising self-discipline and self-control, using effective communication skills, and demonstrating flexibility and integrity

• Knowing what is really important to you, trying new things, and asking questions about your lifestyle goals, skills, and work preferences

• Analyzing your skills and interests, and taking aptitude tests

• Developing your self-concept and self-esteem

What are soft skills?

• Personal skills that affect how an individual interacts with others

• Teachable skills learned as requirements of a career or other activities

• The natural, physical, and mental talents for learning

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What are hard skills?

• Personal skills that affect how an individual interacts with others

• Teachable skills learned as requirements of a career or other activities

• The natural, physical, and mental talents for learning

• The mastery of a skill or the capacity to do something

What is the importance of understanding your own interests?

• To develop a positive self-concept

• To recognize and value your uniqueness

• To make decisions about your education, career, and lifestyle

• To plan your future and select hobbies and elective courses