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Career Planning
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Module 1: Introduction
Career Planning Process
Quiz 1
Module 2: Self-Discovery and Exploration
Understanding the importance of self-assessment in career planning
Identifying your values, interests, and personality traits
Exploring different career options based on self-assessment results
Module 3: Research and Investigation
Exploring different industries and potential career paths
Researching job descriptions, qualifications, and salary expectations
Understanding the current job market landscape
Importance of networking and informational interviews
Module 4: Goal Setting and Action Planning
The power of goal setting in career planning
Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
Creating a career roadmap with actionable steps
Exploring educational opportunities, professional development courses, and mentorship programs
Module 5: Putting it to Action
Strategies for crafting an effective resume and portfolio
Mastering interview skills through preparation and practice
Utilizing online platforms and professional networks for job search and career advancement
Module 6: Continuous Learning and Adaptation
The importance of continuous learning and skill development
Exploring online courses, professional certifications, and industry events
Staying adaptable and flexible in your career journey
Module 7: Conclusion
Conclusion
Test Your Knowledge
Quiz 1
Career planning is the process of:Â
Finding a job as quickly as possible.
Identifying your skills, interests, and goals to make informed career decisions.
Relying on luck to find a good job
Only necessary for recent graduates
Career planning is most effective when it's:Â
An ongoing process that adapts to your changing needs.
Done once and never revisited
Only necessary when you're unemployed
Delegated entirely to a career counselor.
The first step in the career planning process involves:
Researching specific job titles.
Networking with professionals.
Updating your resume.
Self-assessment of skills and interests.
When researching career options, it's important to consider:
Only high-paying jobs.
Just the job duties, ignoring work culture
Growth potential and advancement opportunities within a field.
Only jobs with a large number of openings.
Which of the following is an example of an action step in a career plan?
Identifying your dream job title.
Enrolling in a relevant online course.
Daydreaming about your future career.
Simply researching different careers.