1. How can career planning help me?
Career planning maps out how you’re going to get from where you are now to where you’d ideally like to be. Having a clear vision and goal in mind will help you to identify alternative pathways and actions you need to take to get there. Career planning also enables you to take stock of your strengths and how you can best leverage these, as well as any critical improvement areas you need to be aware of so you can tackle these areas so they don’t trip you up.
2. What support and resources are available to help me plan and progress my career?
You are the ultimate owner of your career and the choices you make. However, there are numerous resources and sources of support you should call on. In addition to your manager and the HR team, you should also put aside time to put together a “Personal Development Board” or group of diverse people within and outside your organization who can assist you with your careers in different ways including providing feedback, guidance and advice, mentoring, encouragement, etc. You can also search for career resources on the Internet and professional networking platforms like LinkedIn that will provide additional tips and guidance.
3. How can I find out more about what it’s like to work in a particular job and/or functional area?
The first step is to find out who is currently doing, or has recently done, the jobs you’re keen to do in future. You can then connect with them to invite them to a virtual or in-person meeting to find out more about their experiences. It is important you prepare some questions to find out as much as possible about the role. Examples include:
4. How can I make the best career choices that take account of my desired lifestyle and personal situation?
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Plan your next career step with greater clarity and confidence.
The free TalentPredix™ Career Development Workbook contains practical career planning exercises to help you understand where you are now, define what career success means to you and create a focused plan for moving forward.
Whether you are considering your next role, preparing for a career conversation or reviewing your longer-term goals, the workbook will help you connect your strengths, skills, values and ambitions with meaningful action.
Effective career development starts with understanding what you do well, what gives you energy and what you want from the next stage of your working life.
The workbook guides you through three important questions:
Its exercises help you review your career so far, identify the conditions in which you perform at your best and translate your insights into practical development priorities.
Reflect on your most enjoyable work, meaningful accomplishments, natural talents and the activities that bring out your best performance.
Identify the strengths and opportunities you can build on, alongside the weaknesses and external threats you may need to address.
Explore what success means across achievement, relationships, personal growth, lifestyle and leisure. You will also consider the tasks, rewards, people and workplace culture you value most.
Clarify the type of work you want to do, how you want to contribute and the environment that will help you thrive.
Create a personal Career Development Board of mentors, coaches, collaborators, connectors and supporters who can help you progress.
Define the talents, skills, values, qualities and contribution for which you want to be known.
Consider how you can develop your talents and build the additional skills required to remain relevant in a fast-changing world of work.
Turn your insights into focused, ambitious, specific and time-bound goals with clear first steps.
The workbook is designed for:
You can complete the exercises independently, although discussing your conclusions with an experienced manager, mentor or career coach can provide valuable challenge and perspective.
Download the free workbook and give yourself time to complete the exercises thoughtfully. You do not need to finish everything in one sitting—career development is an ongoing process rather than a single decision.