Consider the following questions. These self-assessment exercises are time-consuming, so most people skip them. They are, however, crucial. By putting in the time, you will learn what you must have if you are making a #careerpivot or are burned out in your job.
1. What Skills do you HAVE that you WANT to use in a job?
When we talk about 'skills,' it's essential to know everyone has 'transferable strengths' that can be used in any sector. Some examples are writing, research and communication skills. These differ from 'industry-specific' skills (computer programming, teaching, etc.).
2. What is most important to you on the job? (in other words, what are your core values?)
Do you want to make a lot of money, help people, or make a difference? Although it sounds like a cliché, if your job is not bringing you joy, at some point, that will become a problem. Is the commute time an issue? Spending time driving or taking public transportation can become draining year after year.
3. What are your interests and passions?
What motivates you and what is your passion? For people who have many interests, which is excellent, it's important to identify the ones you prefer in a career vs. using them as a personal passion outside work. For instance, in what types of industries are you interested (arts, tech, education, real estate, finance, etc.)? If you do video-editing, fashion, music, or writing on the side, you don't have to give up that part of your life.
4. What is your personality type?
Are you good with details or do you tend to see the big picture and come up with ideas? Would you prefer to work behind the scenes or interact with people regularly, and if so, exactly how do you want to work with them?.
This is far from an exhaustive list of things to consider, but they are good starting points. Once you complete a self-assessment, you will be ready to start exploring your options.
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