Test Your Knowledge

Which of the following is NOT a helpful activity for self-discovery?
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Reflecting on experiences that brought you joy or frustration.

Taking personality quizzes, but interpreting them with a critical eye.

Comparing yourself constantly to others on social media.

Trying new hobbies and activities outside your comfort zone.

Identifying your strengths involves: *

Focusing only on your weaknesses.

Recognizing skills and talents you excel at.

Downplaying your accomplishments to appear humble

Asking others what they think your weaknesses are.

The primary focus of the research and investigation stage in career planning is: *

Learning about different career options and their requirements.

Refining your resume and cover letter.

Preparing for job interviews.

Securing your dream job.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to gather information about a specific career? *

Reading industry publications and articles.

Shadowing a professional in your desired field.

Networking with people in your target industry.

Relying solely on information from friends and family.

Networking can be a valuable tool in your career planning because it allows you to:
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Boast about your accomplishments to others.

Connect with professionals in your desired field.

Limit yourself to interacting with only close friends and family

Focus solely on online job boards for finding opportunities.

Why is continuous learning important in career planning? *

To impress colleagues with your knowledge.

To avoid learning new things altogether

To keep your skills relevant in a rapidly changing job market.

To qualify for a promotion regardless of your current skills.

Adapting your career plan is necessary when:
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You achieve all your initial goals perfectly on schedule.

You dislike any aspect of your current job.

There are no new challenges presented in your current role.

Your skills or interests evolve, or job market demands change.

When faced with the need to adapt your career plan, you should: *

Reassess your skills, interests, and goals based on new information.

Panic and abandon your plan completely.

Ignore the need for change and stick to your original plan.

Focus solely on external factors beyond your control.

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