What’s stopping you from having the career you truly want?

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Quiz Questions

1.
When I think about my career situation…
- A.
  I don’t have a clear picture of what I want
- B.
  I worry I’ll make a bad choice and regret it.
- C.
  I don’t feel I have the right credentials, connections or experience to get what I want
- D.
  I have some idea of what I want but no clue how to get it
- E.
  I want to make progress, but I keep putting it or get overwhelmed
- F.
  I hold back from roles or paths I’m interested in because of self-doubt
2.
My biggest challenge when thinking about a career transition is.…
- A.
  I lack access to key resources (like mentors, network, training, money, etc.)
- B.
  I feel stuck and keep avoiding action
- C.
  I’m afraid I’ll fail or make a poor choice
- D.
  I’m unclear about what would truly suit me
- E.
  I don’t know what steps to take to move closer to what I want
- F.
  I struggle to clearly communicate what I bring to the table and why someone would want to work with me
3.
If someone offered me a day to work on my career goals, I’d…
- A.
  Likely overthink and not get much done
- B.
  Want to move forward, but not know where to begin
- C.
  Struggle to decide what to focus on
- D.
  Feel anxious about wasting the day on the wrong things
- E.
  Wish I had more qualifications or support to make progress
- F.
  Feel like what’s the use because i can’t get what I want
4.
When I read job descriptions or career stories, I often think…
- A.
  There’s so much to sort through - I end up doing nothing
- B.
  I want something like this, but don’t know how to make it happen
- C.
  I don’t have what they’re looking for
- D.
  What if i go for this and it doesn’t work out?
- E.
  I wish I knew what would be a good fit for me
- F.
  I don’t think I’m good enough to do the job
5.
When someone asks what I want in my career…
- A.
  I avoid the question because it stresses me out
- B.
  i explain what’s holding me back (like lack of training or a network)
- C.
  I don’t really have an answer
- D.
  I hesitate to say it aloud-it feels risky
- E.
  I talk about my dream but admit I don’t know to how to get it
- F.
  I feel like an imposter when I consider stepping into a more visible or important role
6.
I believe my career progress would speed up if….
- A.
  I had more clarity about what i want
- B.
  I could more confidently put myself out there
- C.
  I had more of the right skills, support, or connections
- D.
  Someone could help me map out a path forward
- E.
  I had a better system to manage the process and avoid procrastinating
- F.
  I could be more comfortable networking or asking for opportunities
7.
I often feel …
- A.
  Motivated but lost on what actions to take
- B.
  Under-qualified or disconnected from the right people
- C.
  Overwhelmed by the thought of attempting to change my situation
- D.
  Unsure about what I really want
- E.
  Nervous that I’ll choose wrong and regret it
- F.
  More worried about failing than planning how to succeed
8.
The reason I haven’t taken more career action is mostly…
- A.
  Fear of failure
- B.
  Lack of direction
- C.
  Lack of energy or focus.
- D.
  Lack of strategy.
- E.
  Lack of access to people, credentials, money, etc.
- F.
  Looking to others to validate my potential before I take action
9.
When I think about making a big career move…
- A.
  I feel paralyzed by doubt or fear
- B.
  I feel behind compared to others
- C.
  I have ideas, but I’n not sure how to turn them into reality
- D.
  I tend to overthink and avoid making decisions
- E.
  I don’t even know what move I’d want to make
- F.
  I don’t think I’m ready yet
10.
I’ve taken the following steps recently toward a career I want…
- A.
  I’ve made some plans but haven’t acted
- B.
  None - because I’m still trying to figure out what that is
- C.
  I’ve looked into upskilling or networking but feel blocked
- D.
  I keep making to-do lists
- E.
  I start but talk myself out of things quickly
- F.
  I keep preparing to take action
11.
I feel most confident in my career when…
- A.
  I know exactly what steps to take
- B.
  I feel I’m not at risk of failing
- C.
  I’m clear on what i want to achieve
- D.
  I’m not overwhelmed or avoiding risks
- E.
  I have access to support, resources, and credibility
- F.
  I’ve done similar tasks before
12.
If I could get one kind of support right now, it would be…
- A.
  Help managing fear and building confidence
- B.
  Opportunities to gain skills or expand my network
- C.
  Accountability to stay focused and take action
- D.
  Help clarifying what I want
- E.
  A plan or roadmap to follow
- F.
  A mentor or coach who could encourage me

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Your Top Result: Lack of Clarity
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Your journey is hindered by a lack of clarity. Career clarity provides career direction, purpose, and alignment with your what's important to you. Without clarity, it may be difficult for you to choose career options that would give you greater fulfillment and success. You could wind up drifting and underperform because you wouldn’t be connected to the power of your enthusiasm. With clarity, you could intentionally create your career by taking the right steps to get what you want.Explore your true desires by reflecting on what you long for in the present as well as times when you enjoyed what you were doing in your career. It may also be helpful to think of work situations where you weren’t happy to identify what you don’t want.Remember, clarity is the first step towards career fulfillment, and my services can guide you in this discovery process.Other possible action barriers are: fears about getting poor results, lack of confidence, overwhelm or tendency to procrastinate, not knowing how to get what you want, and lack of access to career capital.
2.
Your Top Result: Fears About Getting Poor Results
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Your progress is stalled by a fear of what taking action could mean for you. There are numerous fears that can arise when you’re stepping out of your comfort zone. Fear of making a mistake, being judged or rejected, or failing or succeeding are some possible fears.Fears, such as fear of making a mistake, can be paralyzing and cause you to miss out on opportunities if you stay with the status quo because it seems safer.Constant fear of failure can erode your self-confidence, undermining your performance and decision-making ability. I suggest you reframe how you evaluate situations that evoke fear, focus on setting achievable near term goals to build confidence, and adapt a growth mindset so you can focus on what you learn from situations.Embrace your potential, and learm how to turn fear into a stepping stone towards success.Other possible action barriers are: Lack of clarity,, lack of confidence, overwhelm or tendency to procrastinate, not knowing how to get what you want, and lack of access to career capital.
3.
Your Top Result: Lack of Confidence
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Your path is blocked by a lack of confidence. While confidence and fear of failing are closely related, confidence is about your perceived capability to accomplish an action. Fears on the other hand have to do with an emotional response to the anticipated consequence of taking action.If not left unchecked, lack of confidence can cripple your career progression. It may prevent you from seeking new opportunities, stretch assignments, or applying for promotions. You may hesitate to speak up, voice your opinions or share ideas which might lead to you being undervalued at work. Lack of confidence can also discourage you from seeking feedback or asking for help, which is crucial for your growth and improvement.To build self-confidence, I encourage you to engage in activities that use your strengths more often so you can experience competence. Break down projects into small, manageable tasks to set yourself up for success. View any challenges you have as opportunities to learn and grow. Most importantly, reflect on your progress so you build self-assurance through your gradual achievements. I can help you to take bold steps towards your career goals. Confidence is key, and together, we can unlock your potential.Other possible action barriers are: Lack of clarity, fears about getting poor results, overwhelm or tendency to procrastinate, not knowing how to get what you want, and lack access to career capital.
4.
Your Top Result: Overwhelmed or Tendency to Procrastinate
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Your advancement is impacted by procrastination. You may miss out on career opportunities or put out poor quality work by having to rush to make a deadline. Procrastination interferes with your productivity which limits job performance and career advancement opportunities and can also strain work relationships. Moreover, procrastination can lead to stress, anxiety and self-judgement and keep your dreams forever in the future.If you tend to procrastinate, embrace the opportunity to develop better time management skills. I recommend breaking your projects down into smaller components. You can set outcome goals with clear deadlines to establish some urgency to completing tasks. You can also set process goals to identify strategies that will help you attain your desired outcomes.It’s also a good idea to have an accountability partner or colleague working on a similar project to stay on track. Procrastination can be overcome with the right strategies; I can help you maintain your focus and achieve your career aspirations.Other possible action barriers are: Lack of clarity, fears about getting poor results, lack of confidence, unit knowing how to get what you want, and lack of access to career capital.
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Your Top Result: Not Sure How To Get What I Want
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You have an idea of what you’d like to do, but you’re not sure how to make it happen. This is probably one of the easiest obstacles to overcome because you can learn what you need to succeed. The world is full of people who have the info you need or can steer you to others who can help you. There's also a wealth of educational resources via the internet and organizations with the mission of helping you succeed by sharing information and advice.I recommend you develop a career strategy by identifying what you need and the resources available to you and then connecting with others to learn how to get the information and support you lack.You must believe that you can get what you need in order to believe that what you want is possible. I can help you strategize to identify what you need and develop a plan to get you to where you want to be.Other possible action barriers are: Lack of clarity, fears about poor results, lack of confidence, overwhelm or tendency to procrastinate, and lack of access to career capital.
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Your Top Result: Lack Career Capital
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You’re not held back by a lack of motivation—you’re held back by a lack of resources. Career capital refers to the knowledge, skills, qualifications, connections, and credibility that help you access better roles and opportunities. When you’re missing some of these pieces, even a clear goal can feel out of reach.You may be thinking things like: • “I don’t know what opportunities exist.” • “I don’t know anyone who could help me.” • “I don’t have the right kind of experience.” • “I don’t have a strong enough network in that area” • “I need more credibility to be taken seriously.”This is a signal that you’re ready to build your foundation. The good news? Career capital can be built intentionally, step by step.You already have some career capital—even if it doesn’t perfectly match your next move. This phase is about bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to go.Every action you take—every connection you make, every skill you sharpen—improves your positioning to move closer to the career you want to have. This is the basis of crafting a career you truly want to have.Other possible action barriers are: Lack of clarity, fears about getting poor results, lack of confidence, overwhelm or tendency to procrastinate, and not knowing how to get what you want.

What’s stopping you from having the career you truly want?

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