There are a number of other factors to consider (other than interests,
skills and values) when choosing a good career match.
The following is a list of items to consider which will help
you clarify what you want and what you are prepared to do to
get a job.
Today's job market requires you to be very flexible. Look at
the following questions and identify which answers are important
to you:
1. Working Conditions:
Where do you see yourself working?
inside
outside
combination
of both
What type of physical activity are you willing to do on a
regular basis?
Which of the following work schedules would you prefer?
4. What type of work arrangement are you looking for?
A. Relocation
Would you relocate to take training or further education?

Yes

No
Would you relocate to find employment?

Yes

No
Would you relocate to keep your job?

Yes

No
Would you relocate in order to accept a promotion?

Yes

No
B. What setting would you prefer to live and work in:
an
urban setting?
a
rural setting?
How much travel are you prepared to do in your work?
It is more important for me to:
earn
a high salary
do
work which I enjoy
work
in an environment where I belong and feel accepted.
What is your current level of education?

less
than grade 12

grade
12 / GED 12

post-secondary
education
Are you looking at further education?

Yes

No
If YES, how long would you consider taking training before
entering the workforce?
Are you looking for a job where there is:

little
or no risk of physical danger?

some
risk of physical danger?

high
risk of physical danger?
What level of pressure/stress due to workload and deadlines
could you handle in the workplace?

little
or no pressure

some
pressure

extreme
pressure
Are you able to work in the following conditions?
extreme temperatures (cold, heat)?

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

No
where there may be dust, pollen, grain dust, animal hair
in the work environment?

Yes

No
Would you prefer to work in:
a
calm, relaxed atmosphere?
an
exciting, busy setting?
10. Level of Responsibility:
I would prefer to have a job in which I:
can
plan work for and supervise others.
do
not have to plan work for or supervise others.
work
as part of a decision-making team.
I would prefer to work in:

a
large organization.

a
small, private company.

self-employment.