Why this practice?
Curiosity is a compass for career discovery.
What is it?
A record of topics and activities that catch your attention.
How to use it
Keep a weekly list: “What caught my eye?”
Look for patterns.
Closing thought
Interest is a seed of potential.
Why this practice?
Storytelling clarifies your identity and direction.
What is it?
A narrative connecting your past roles to your future goals.
How to use it
Write: “The red thread in my work so far is…”
Include achievements and turning points.
Closing thought
Your story isn’t over, it’s evolving.
Why this practice?
Recognising when it’s time for change prevents burnout.
What is it?
A list of signs that suggest you’re ready for a career shift.
How to use it
Reflect on your energy, engagement, and purpose weekly.
Ask: “Am I still growing here?”
Closing thought
Change starts when you start noticing.
Why this practice?
Others can reflect back the impact we don’t see.
What is it?
Inviting peers to share how your work has helped or inspired.
How to use it
Ask a trusted colleague: “Has my work made a difference to you?”
Listen openly and reflect.
Closing thought
Purpose is often seen more clearly through others’ eyes.
Why this practice?
Reframing daily work boosts motivation (Wrzesniewski, 2010).
What is it?
Viewing your role through a lens of purpose, not tasks.
How to use it
Write: “My role exists to…”
Use this when tasks feel draining.
Closing thought
Your job is more than tasks. It’s a mission in motion.
Why this practice?
Living our values increases fulfilment and reduces burnout.
What is it?
A short review of how aligned your current work is with your values.
How to use it
List your top 3 values.
Rate: how much does your current role honour these?
Plan one action to increase alignment.
Closing thought
Your values are your compass, check them often.
Why this practice?
Connecting to beneficiaries fosters meaning and motivation.
What is it?
A reminder that your work serves real people.
How to use it
List the individuals or groups helped by what you do.
Reflect on this in hard weeks.
Closing thought
Your work may be a lifeline for someone else.
Why this practice?
Meaning differs for everyone, naming it personalises it.
What is it?
A list of 3–5 things that make work meaningful for you.
How to use it
Reflect: what makes work feel worth it?
Capture themes: growth, service, challenge?
Use these to guide career decisions.
Closing thought
When you define meaning, you can seek it out.
Why this practice?
Reflecting on pride helps connect to values and purpose.
What is it?
A memory exercise focused on meaningful achievement.
How to use it
Think of a moment you felt proud at work.
Write: what happened, why it mattered, and how you contributed.
Closing thought
Your past pride points to future purpose.
Why this practice?
Clarity about purpose supports engagement.
What is it?
A sentence that expresses your reason for working beyond money.
How to use it
Fill in: “I work to…”
Revisit monthly. Adjust as needed.
Closing thought
Purpose doesn’t have to be poetic. Just true.
