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March 2024
Supercharge Your Career Planning
Throughout your career you'll hear many unique stories about different career journeys, each one distinct from the others. However different these journeys may be, they will most likely have one thing in common: a turning point where priorities are re-evaluated and careers are sent into new directions. Whether spurred by a major life event or dissatisfaction with current circumstances, these turning points leave us to wrestle with the intimidating question "What career is right for me?".
Some call it a mid-life crisis. While these moments can feel crisis-like, they offer a unique opportunity to recalibrate your goals and rediscover your strengths. That's where our first framework comes in.
Build Your Dream Career With the Three P's
As you begin to envision the future of your career, think about the three P's: Purpose, Passion, and Potential. Treat it like Maslow's hierarchy of needs, with each element serving as the foundation for the next.
Purpose: First, understand the purpose behind your career and the key motivators fueling your career goals. Ponder which of your intrinsic competitive advantages (such as analytical thinking or leadership abilities) can support your profession long-term.
Passion: Second, think about your current role. Which projects excite you the most? Which responsibilities do you find the most draining? These answers will help steer you towards a career that is more fulfilling to you.
Potential: Third, consider which roles optimize your abilities and allow you to maximize your potential.
Ask yourself the questions above to narrow down the right career for you and guide your next steps. Once you find a role that interests you, use our second framework to determine if a specific role is best for you.
Discover Which Roles Are Best For You With the Three M's
An opportunity for a new role comes up, and you're interested in learning more. You've already done the hard work of contemplating the three P's, and now you need to find out if a particular role is the right move. Here is where the three M's come in to play.
Understanding match, money, and motivation can help you determine if a new opportunity aligns with your career goals.
Set Yourself Up For Success
Don't let moments of uncertainty shake your confidence. Instead, leverage the 3 P's and M's to plan a career that is fulfilling for you.
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