Values Clarification

For most people, values are the most important consideration when making a career decision. Here is a fun exercise.

Rate these common career values on a scale from 1-5 (5 high).

1.  Task Appeal– work that is interesting, challenging and desirable
2.  Task Variety – desirable degree of routine or change
3.  Working with Others – degree of working alone or in groups
4.  Work Pace/Pressure – optimal pace and pressure
5.  People Contact – contact with customers, clients or patients
6.  Personal Fulfillment – Sense of accomplishment/contribution
7.  Social Affiliation – work friendships or sense of belonging
8.  Responsibility – opportunity to make decisions or supervise
9.  Autonomy – power to define your work tasks
10.  Schedule – Schedule that fits your lifestyle
11. Location – geographic location, commuting requirements
12. Setting – outdoor/office/work at home
13. Advancement – opportunity to move up the ladder
14. Risk Taking – desirable degree of uncertainty
15. Organization – size, ethics, policies
16. Knowledge – opportunities for training, learning
17. Recognition – awards, public acclaim, feedback
18. Prestige – status of occupation or organization
19. Job Security – potential for layoffs, occupational demand
20. Supervision – desired guidance, support
21. Salary – Minimal salary requirements are met
22. Other – write down ones that are not on this list

Rank your top ten values.

Personalize each value for your needs.

For example,

People contact- I would prefer to have minimal people contact.

Schedule- I would like to work a noon-9 p.m schedule.

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