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2 © For Business Sake Published in the United Kingdom by: For Business Sake Ltd A Registered Company in England and Wales Company Number: 07235493 www.forbusinesssake.org Content copyright © Jacy Stewart, 2021 Images: Freepik All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted at any time or by any means mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior, written permission of the publisher. The right of Jacy Stewart is to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted in accordance with copyright, ACIP record of this book is available from the British Library. First printed February 2021 ISBN: 978-1-9163548-2-1

3 © For Business Sake Dedicated to all those wanting a Career Transition This mini workbook will help guide you on your journey towards a purpose-driven career by getting you to think about: · How you want to show up in the world of work, · What employers are looking in their next and new recruit, · The difference you want to make and the value you bring to your sector/industry A PURPOSE-DRIVEN CAREER

4 © For Business Sake Because not everyone wants to start a business/side hustle. . . The Purpose-Driven Career mini workbook allows you to review, revise and assist in directing you to the changes you want to see in your career. A Purpose-Driven Career A purpose-driven career involves doing something you love, which has meaning and, more importantly, makes you want to wake up in the morning and genuinely look forward to the day ahead, knowing you will be making a difference. The Purpose-Driven Intrapreneur For the purposes of this mini workbook, a purpose-driven Intrapreneur is defined as an employer who introduces new ideas for the benefit of the company, inspires their team members and leads and motivates others to be the best version of themselves. Job vs Career There is a big difference between having a job and having a career. If all you want from life is to pay the bills, afford nice things, then any job will do. But if you want upward mobility, to be the master of your craft, climb the career ladder, gain recognition for

5 © For Business Sake your contributions in your sector/industry and be rewarded and acknowledged for the work you do. Then a career is what you should pursue. The Purpose-Driven Career mini workbook has been written for career transitioners. It’s split into eight sections and is super simple to use. It is designed to allow you the time and space to reflect (away from computer screens) to allow for a personal thought-based approach to growth and development. It’s a great way to capture any thoughts you have about your career and the direction you want to take in making your career path a journey that you can look back on with pride. INDEX Section 1 - The Intrapreneur Pg. 10 Section 2 - Purpose-Driven Career Pg. 16 Section 3 - Career Revision Pg. 22 Section 4 - Career Transition Pg. 28 Section 5 - Industry/Sector Pg. 34 Section 6 - CPD Pg. 40 Section 7 - Job/Search Pg. 50 Section 8 - Ready for Interview Pg. 60

10 © For Business Sake The Intrapreneur Having an intrapreneurial mindset means that even if you are currently not employed, you’re always thinking about how you would add value to any company that you work for. 1

11 © For Business Sake When did you last feel job satisfaction? When did you last feel unsatisfied in a job? The Intrapreneur

12 © For Business Sake The Intrapreneur What keeps you grounded in your career? What inspires you about your career? What’s in it for you? (Remembering the bigger picture)

13 © For Business Sake What ideas would you like to implement in a company? What qualities would you like a company to recognise in you? What value do you bring to a company? The Intrapreneur

16 © For Business Sake Some people’s vocation in life is purely for capital gain. To make as much money as possible and live a wealthy lifestyle. For others, it’s a calling to do something meaningful and make a difference in this world. Whatever your reason, know that there is a purpose to everything we do, and it’s up to us to define it for ourselves. It doesn’t matter what job you do or want to do, and only you can control the way you show up in your career. 2 A Purpose-Driven Career

17 © For Business Sake Use the next three pages to answer each question, then use your answers to write a statement of intent. For example, “I love working with young people and, my passion is to see them succeed in their careers. My mission is to make sure every young person is offered well-informed career guidance…. ” What do I love? My Passion What I’m good at? My Mission Professional Career What the world needs Vocational Career What I get paid for A Purpose-Driven Career Ikigai A Japanese concept that means “a reason for being” or “your Purpose in life

22 © For Business Sake Career Revision Another aspect of a purpose-driven career involves looking at your past roles, the things you enjoyed, potential growth opportunities and what you found most fulfilling. It also involves having an up-to-date CV and being prepared to answer the questions that recruiters will want to see. 3

23 © For Business Sake Use this space to briefly reflect on your career in the last 5 years Career Revision

28 © For Business Sake Career Transition In 2020 the buzz word was PIVOT, meaning to change direction. Having reviewed what a purpose-driven career means to you and reviewing aspects of your career, such as what you’ve learnt, the skills you gained and the challenges you’ve faced. Use this section to see what a career transition would look like. 4

29 © For Business Sake Career Transition List your top 10 Transferable Skills 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Transferable skills are the skills that, no matter the industry, you are can use in any industry, such as problem-solving or people skills.

34 © For Business Sake Due to the COVID pandemic, every industry/sector has had to change and adapt the way it delivers its products/services to customers. For some indus-tries, employment has risen, and for others, there has been a significant de-cline. Use this section to define your future industry. 5 Your Future Industry/Sector

35 © For Business Sake Your Future Industry/Sector Preferred Industry/Sector: Who are market leaders? What type of jobs on the market:

40 © For Business Sake Continual Professional Development “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there.” Unknown Learning is a continual part of our development, which can only lead to growth. In 2020 we all learnt how we need to learn completely new skills. Use this section to define your CPD. (Ask a Coach/Mentor to help you) 6

41 © For Business Sake Mentoring/Coaching Session Date: Coach/Mentor: Main Agenda: Cost: Duration: Notes: Continual professional development

50 © For Business Sake Job/contract search Based on the jobs you are applying for, use this section to highlight and match your skills, knowledge and experience to what is described in the Job De-scriptions. 7

51 © For Business Sake What is your main intention of getting a job/contract? Goal/Intention: Result: Job/Contract Search

60 © For Business Sake You will get a job interview at some point, or you may even have to reapply for a job you currently do. If you are applying to a new company/organisation, they will want to check that what you put in your application fits with your personality. If you are applying for your current job, treat it the same way you would if you were applying for a new position entirely. There are always common interview questions that most recruiters will ask you. Use the interview competency template as a guide to perfect your re-sponses. 8 Getting Ready For Interview

61 © For Business Sake Q.1 Tell us about yourself? Context Action Result Use the responsibilities from the JD to answer this question. Q.2 What do you know about our company/organisation? Context Action Result Research the company website, social media posts, etc Getting Ready For Interview

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72 © For Business Sake The Purpose-Driven Career mini workbook allows you to review, revise and assist in directing you to the changes you want to see in your career. So before you go investing in a career coach, why not reconnect with the one person that knows you best….YOU. £7.99