Self-Assessment
Self-assessment is a critical first step for anyone creating a résumé, and is especially important for those who may be exploring new or different career paths. In order to find an appropriate job and achieve your career goals, it is imperative that you first define your goals and develop a plan for reaching them. Without a thorough understanding of your goals, it is very difficult to determine what type of job you are seeking, and, consequently, what to include on your résumé. Take time to consider the following aspects before writing your résumé:
- Goals: Where do I want to be in five years? In ten years?
- Personal Qualities: What type of a person am I? What type of work environment is right for my personality? Where do I want to be located?
- Interests: What job-related activities do I find enjoyable?
- Strengths: At what do I excel? How do these strengths set me apart from others?
- Values: What is most important to me in a job? In my life?
- Skills: What technical and other important skills do I have?
- Experiences: What experiences have I enjoyed and want to build on?
Further information about self-assessment is available on the GCCSO Web site.