Welcome to your Career Check-Up Quiz Which of these statements best reflects how you feel when you wake up in the morning on most work days? I want to rush out the door and get to it! I’m comfortable and ready for the day. I accept that I have to go to work and I have a job to do. I’m dreading the next 8 to 10 hours When it comes to my daily work activities, I ... Have everything I need in terms of skills and tools to get my job done well Do a good job, and ask for help when it’s needed Do my best under difficult circumstances with limited resources Struggle to get the job done because of factors outside of my control In general, most of my co-workers are… (We know there are always exceptions. If someone is making your life miserable, weigh that heavily in your answer). Great people. I enjoy their company and we all get along well. Nice enough and helpful if I ask Complainers and don’t have a great attitude Unreliable and not to be trusted I would describe my relationship with my immediate supervisor as… Excellent with open communication and mutual appreciation Good, I know what is expected of me Tolerable, but there’s a lack of respect (either way) Poor and it's causing me stress On most days, I would rate my performance as... I’m doing very well, exceeding my objectives, and people are happy with my work. I’m meeting my objectives and I’m able to do what’s expected in my role I don’t always know what’s expected, or what I could do to improve. I’m concerned about my performance and feel overwhelmed. When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation about your performance, or a formal performance appraisal, with your immediate supervisor? Within the last 6 months Within the last year More than a year ago It's been years or I’ve never had one Which of the following statements describe your professional development activities in your industry, career field, or organization in the last three years? Click all that apply. I have participated in formal training (either outside or within my organization) where I learned new skills I have been given new responsibilities that have allowed me to grow in my professional role (new duties, promotion, etc.) I have contributed as a guest speaker, author, blogger or expert at an event(s) or social media platform I have participated in the activities of a professional association in my field I have served on a committee within my organization with people from other departments My skills are current in my field and I am comfortable with the latest technology, best practices, etc. I maintain regular (at least annually) communication/connection with former colleagues who have moved on to new ventures Which of the following statements best describes your professional network? I am active in my profession and well-connected with others who do what I do within other organizations in my industry. I engage with professional peers on a regular basis (at least quarterly) I know people in other organizations, and see them occasionally (annually or less) I know a few people, but not well. I’m not sure they know me. I haven’t engaged in any networking in my field yet. My resume is up to date and follows current best practices for my field. Yes No Unsure My LinkedIn profile is up to date and follows best practices for photo, banner, content, connections and recommendations. Yes No Unsure Time's up Copyright © 2018 Avarah Careers | All Rights Reserved | Privacy | Terms