CHAPTER 4

Career Self-Assessment Worksheet

To manage your career effectively, you need to know yourself well. Identifying your strengths and gaps can help you know where to start when asking for the learning opportunities and support you need. This brief self-assessment will help you begin to capture your skills and interests and unearth areas to explore as you begin to solicit feedback from others. When you know what you do well—and what you most enjoy—it’s easier to identify opportunities that allow you to deliver your best effort and cultivate a fulfilling career.

Instructions

Use the following questions to help you think through your developmental needs and goals. Periodically returning to this assessment will help you understand where you ...

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