How to assess yourself

1. Self Assessment

2. Traditions
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In the past, typical to complete a
prescribed set of studies and stay in
the field until retirement
One decision and that was it!
Today people make several academic
and career changes: Why?
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Wise choices not made initially
Interests and skills may have changed
Careers selected no longer exist
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3. Why Self-Assessment
Starting with the self-assessment
process can give you more
choices and increase your
confidence that you are on the
right career path
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4. Why Self-Assessment (cont)
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A self assessment can reveal:
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Your personal attributes
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Values
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Skills
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Interests
These are important for you to make informed career
choices that are appropriate for you
Looking for a relationship between these
personal characteristics and the work that you
are considering is the most important step you
can take before you write a resume or begin the
search for a job
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5. Why Self-Assessment: How
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Examine your interests, strengths and
traits
Ask yourself:
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What
What
What
What
What
do I do well?
do I enjoy doing?
do others tell me about myself?
energizes me?
am I passionate about?
Answers to these questions will help you to
identify your strengths and make decisions
around the contributions you make
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6. Why Self-Assessment: Factors
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Personal attributes
Values
Skills
Interests
Culture
Gender
Family and significant others
Disability
Pride experiences and pride list ( with
details)
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7. Why Self-Assessment: Factors
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Personal attributes
Values
Skills
Interests
Culture
Gender
Family and significant others
Disability
Pride experiences and pride list ( with
details)
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