As a Career Consultant, I understand individuals looking for a career change need to understand what motivates you to finding a role that energizes you—not just one that pays the bills.

Use this guide to reflect on what truly matters to you in your career journey.

🛡️ 1. Security

• Are you looking for financial stability, benefits, or long-term employment?
• Does job security mean a steady paycheck, or flexibility to pivot when needed?
• Are you comfortable with freelance or contract work, or do you prefer a permanent role?

📈 2. Responsibility

• Do you thrive when trusted with meaningful tasks and decision-making?
• Are you seeking leadership opportunities or more autonomy in your role?
• Or are you feeling overwhelmed and need better workload balance?

🌐 3. Work Environment

• Do you prefer remote, hybrid, or in-office work?
• Are you energized by collaboration or more productive working solo?
• Do you enjoy working with data, people, ideas, or physical tasks?
• What kind of schedule suits your lifestyle—flexible hours, 9–5, or shift work?

🎓 4. Competence

• Are you using your skills and education to their fullest potential?
• Do you feel challenged and encouraged to grow?
• Are your ideas welcomed and valued by your team or leadership?

🌟 5. Recognition

• Do you feel seen and appreciated for your contributions?
• Are you motivated by public praise, private feedback, bonuses, or promotions?
• How do you want to be acknowledged—by peers, clients, or leadership?

💡 6. Purpose

• Does your work make a difference in someone’s life or community?
• Are you proud of the quality of your output?
• Do you contribute to improving systems, services, or outcomes?

❤️ 7. Passion

• Do you enjoy your work, or is it just a means to an end?
• Are you excited to start your day, or counting down the hours?
• What’s missing that could reignite your enthusiasm?

🧭 8. Integrity

• Does your employer’s mission align with your values?
• Are you proud of the company’s direction and ethics?
• Are you able to act with honesty and authenticity in your role?

🌱 9. Personal Growth

• Are you developing professionally or personally through your work?
• Do you have access to mentorship, training, or new projects?
• Can you see a path for advancement or meaningful change?

💬 Final Reflection

Motivation is deeply personal—and it evolves. Ask yourself:

• Is my current employer meeting my core motivators?
• Am I staying because I’m fulfilled, or because it’s familiar?
• What would make me feel more engaged, valued, and excited about my career?

Over our lifetime, we will spend on average 94,000 hours at work. Do you want to spend those hours doing something you enjoy or be miserable?

Once you understand your motivation to work, contact me so we can work together to strategize and execute a plan for you to meet your career satisfaction.