By building your self-confidence first and clearly defining your needs and desires, you will be in a better position to search for jobs that will have a lasting impact on your future. You'll know what you want - and what you don't want - on the job. You can also better visualize your way to this job and make immediate plans. For example, your next job might first require more skills that you don't yet have, and thus requires a few months of learning and practice.
Work-oriented self-reflection helps make sure you're on the right track. Self-reflection builds your blueprint for success.
Here is an exercise to help you think and think about your plan. At first, you might be surprised by how much you write! Seeing your written professional needs and needs can provide clarity or new insights you were not familiar with before. This self-reflection is designed to reach the heart of your career.
Maybe you have already decided what your dream job is, or maybe you have no clue. No matter where you are in this range, you must first design your own scheme for success and professional fulfillment. Use the exercise below to guide your self-reflection.
Note: Don't worry about getting the correct answer. Treat this exercise as an opportunity to start thinking about your personal and professional needs and desires.
You can always copy your notes from this exercise to a new document and continue working on it! For now, let's start!
Why did you choose to pursue the new profession?
What questions do you currently have about the technology industry?
What skills do you want to improve or develop?
What are 2-3 personal values that interest you above all? For example, it is "helping people."
What are your best preferences for a compatible work environment (geographical location, company size, type of employment, etc.)? The list can be whatever you want!
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