1. Knowledge & Experience: I regularly develop my skills and seek continuous learning relevant to my field (e.g. courses, certifications, or new technologies like AI). 2. Knowledge & Experience: I intentionally seek out opportunities to gain practical experience, such as through special projects or volunteering, even if they are outside my day-to-day role. 3. Community (including Networking) : I regularly dedicate time to networking and having one-to- one discussions to strengthen my professional connections. 4. Community (including Networking) : I have a trusted 'inner circle' or community that I rely on for honest career advice and perspective. 5. Opportunity (including Sponsorship) : I actively work to identify and build relationships with sponsors who have the power to advocate for my advancement. 6. Opportunity (including Sponsorship): When a high-profile assignment or opportunity arises, I proactively put myself forward to seize it. 7. Visibility (including Personal Brand ): I ensure key decision-makers (e.g. leaders or sponsors) are clearly and consistently aware of my professional aspirations and career goals. 8. Visibility (including Personal Brand ): I have defined my personal brand, and my professional profiles (e.g. LinkedIn) consistently reflect my desired reputation and strengths Track your answers as to whether YES - you do it consistently, NO - you don’t do it, or SOMETIMES - you do it occasionally. The strength of your career, like a solid table, depends on Four Pillars: Knowledge & Experience, Community, Opportunity, and Visibility. To truly thrive, you must focus on what is within your control and your sphere of influence. This simple quiz is designed to provide an overall view of readiness for career success based on the combined core components necessary to Build Your Table. It considers the stability of the Four Pillars supporting career success - Knowledge and Experience, Community, Opportunity, and Visibility as outlined in the book, Build Your Table by Beverly Vanterpool. Quiz - How Career ready are you?
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