Career Advisor Readiness

A form to assess the readiness of respondent to use a career advisor / coach.

"*" indicates required fields

Name

Your Background

Are you currently employed, full-time, in your desired field, function, and / or industry?
How many relevant years of experience do you have in your desired function and / or industry?

Positioning

I am interested in advancement within my current industry or function.*
You agree with this statement if you see yourself continuing to take on more responsibilities and / or new roles within the same broad, functional field (IT, Marketing, Operations...).
I am interested in advancement within my current employer.*
You agree with this statement if you are plan to look for your next position without changing employers.
I am interested in making a career shift or change.*
You agree with this statement if you look to change your primary functional responsibilities. For example, if you currently work in IT and seek to work in Marketing.
I have a clear vision for my professional future.*
You agree with this statement if you know what you want to achieve in your professional career. For example, if you envision yourself as CEO of a next-generation transportation company, that's a pretty clear vision.

Personal Branding: Internal

My Last 2 Performance Reviews Were Very Positive.*
You agree with this statement if, in your prior two performance reviews, you were very happy with results and the scores / ratings placed you among the top talent in your organization.
My Direct Supervisor and I have a very good professional relationship.*
You agree with this statement if you believe your direct supervisor has high confidence in you, you communicate regularly, and value each other's insights.
I have strong relationships with at least 2 peers of my direct supervisor.*
You agree with this statement if you regularly communicate with and have mutual respect for, two or more people you consider peers of your direct supervisor.
I mentor one or more people, formally or informally, who are not direct reports.*
You agree with this statement if you regularly advise, educate, or otherwise professionally support one or more people who are not direct reports to you.
I enjoy working for my current employer.*
You agree with this statement, regardless of whether you plan to remain with your employer, if you are generally happy there and enjoy the people you work with.
I am passionate about the mission and vision of my current employer.*
You agree with this statement, regardless of your perception of the people, if you believe in the vision and mission of the organization.

Personal Branding: External

I publish content related to my career field or industry, to a blog, podcast, video or similar channel.*
You agree with this statement if you have a blog, video channel, podcast, or other digital medium, where you regularly share ideas, insights, thought-leadership, or other content with a public community.
I'm a member of one or more professional associations for my field or industry.*
You agree with this statement if you belong to a professional association focused on furthering and developing professionals in your career field.
I subscribe to and review regularly, publications related to my field and / or industry.*
You agree with this statement if you have one or more periodicals (printed or digital) that you receive and review regularly, focused on your field and / or industry.
I deliver webinars, breakout sessions, training, or other presentations at professional events related to my field and / or industry.*
You agree with this statement if you lead training or other educational sessions at industry events.

Communications

In meetings I listen more than I speak.*
You agree with this statement if you spend more time listening to the thoughts and ideas of others than you speaking.
People come to me with their professional problems.*
You agree with this statement if you often find team members and peers coming to you for advice or problem-solving with their work.
People come to me with their personal problems.*
You agree with this statement if you often find co-workers sharing personal challenges and out-of-office matters.
I am comfortable speaking in front of a large group of strangers.*
You agree with this statement if you effectively and convincingly deliver presentations when needed, in front of people you do not know.
I am comfortable speaking in front of a large group of colleagues / coworkers.*
You agree with this statement if you effectively and convincingly deliver presentations when needed, in front of people you work with or for.

Education

My education level is consistent with those in my position.*
You agree with this statement if you compare yourself with several others in similar roles and find you have similar traditional education (highest level of schooling achieved).
I have an advanced degree relevant to my industry and / or function.*
You agree with this statement if you have an advanced degree that is relevant to your work (MBA, Master of Science, Doctorate, etc.).
I possess one or more certifications relevant to my industry and / or function.*
You agree with this statement if you have a certification and / or recognized credentials relevant to your career. For example, CPA, PMP, CMP, CSP, ITMLP, etc.
I attend one or more professional events relevant to my industry and / or function every year.*
You agree with this statement if you go to conferences, conventions, or similar events that relevant to your field or industry, at least once a year.

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I am confident in my ability to complete tasks assigned to me, in a timely manner, with high quality.*
You agree with this statement if you have a high level of confidence in the vast majority of work assigned to you or for which you are responsible.
My supervisor is confident in my ability to complete tasks assigned to me, in a timely manner, with high quality.*
You agree with this statement if you believe your direct supervisor has a high level of confidence in the vast majority of work they assign you.
I continuously improve my functional skills through reading, research, practice or other means.*
You agree with this statement if you find yourself regularly reading books, discussion forums, or similar outlets for new ideas, techniques, and insights related to your field or industry.
I have skills relevant to many different roles within my industry / function.*
You agree with this statement if you have filled or could fill, many different roles within the broader functional area you work. For example, you could program or deploy infrastructure; you could produce great copy (text) or design great graphics.
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.