Career Planning Course: legends plans before executing

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Do you find yourself unsure of the next steps to take to progress and achieve your professional goals? Navigating your career path can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies and objective setting, you can pave the way for success. In this fast-paced and ever-changing world, having a clear plan and direction for your career is crucial. This is where expert tips come into play. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make a career change, having a solid plan can make all the difference. This course will explore practical advice from industry professionals on effective career planning and objective setting. From identifying your strengths and passions to creating actionable goals, we will guide you through shaping your career path to align with your ambitions and aspirations. So, get ready to take control of your professional journey and unlock your true potential.

Duration: 20 to 30 Hours

(Customizable for workshops / bootcamps / 7-day challenge / 30-day online course / coaching module)

Course Objective:

To help participants discover their potential, explore evolving career options, align with future-ready skills, and create a strategic action plan for their professional journey.

Course Outcomes:

Participants will:

• Discover their strengths, talents & career interest areas
• Explore evolving & future career options
• Learn skills mapping & career design thinking
• Understand resume building, networking, & personal branding
• Create a practical career roadmap with action steps

Ideal Audience:

Students (School/College) | Early Professionals | Career Shifters | Career Counsellors | Skill Development Coaches | HR Teams

Module 1: Career Planning Basics — What & Why

Key Lessons:

• Career = Skills + Values + Opportunity + Meaning
• Myths vs Facts About Career Success
• Life is Not a Job — It's a Skill Portfolio
• The Changing World of Work (AI, Automation, Remote Economy)

Tools & Activities:

• Quiz: Career Readiness Score
• Reflection: What Does Career Mean to Me?
• Story: Real Indian Career Shift & Success Stories

Module 2: Self Discovery for Career Clarity

Key Lessons:

• Strength Mapping — Natural Abilities, Interests, Learning Style
• Personal Values — What Really Matters to Me?
• Passion + Profit + Purpose = Ideal Career Space
• Identifying Deal Breakers & Must-Haves

Tools & Activities:

• Career Interest Test / Strength Finder
• Create: My Strength & Skills Map
• Journal: “What I Love Doing Without Feeling Tired?”

Module 3: Explore Evolving Career Fields

Key Lessons:

• Career Exploration — From Traditional to Future Careers
• Emerging Fields: AI, Data, Sustainability, Content, Wellness, Gig Economy
• Entrepreneurship vs Employment Paths
• Freelance, Remote Work, Portfolio Careers

Tools & Activities:

• Research Task: List Top 5 Future Careers in My Field
• Group Discussion: The Rise of Skill Economy
• Case Study: Indian Startups Creating New Career Paths

Module 4: Skill Mapping & Future-Proofing

Key Lessons:

• Core Skills vs Soft Skills vs Meta Skills
• Future-Ready Skills (Critical Thinking, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Tech Adaptability)
• Creating a Learning Plan & Upskilling Routine
• How to Stay Relevant in a Changing World

Tools & Activities:

• Design: My Skill Development Roadmap
• Worksheet: My Learning Sources Map (Online + Offline)
• Activity: 30-Day Upskill Challenge

Module 5: Career Goal Setting & Strategy

Key Lessons:

• Setting S.M.A.R.T Career Goals
• Short-Term, Mid-Term & Long-Term Planning
• Designing a Career Growth Action Plan
• Creating a Career Vision Board

Tools & Activities:

• Create: My Career Roadmap Canvas
• Journal: My Next 1 Year Career Vision
• Activity: My Career Bucket List

Module 6: Personal Branding, Resume & Networking

Key Lessons:

• Resume Building for the New Economy
• LinkedIn & Digital Presence for Career Growth
• Building a Skill Showcase Portfolio
• Networking Strategies — Online & Offline

Tools & Activities:

• Create: My Skill-Based Resume
• Practice: Crafting My Elevator Pitch
• Design: My LinkedIn Profile Optimization Plan

Module 7: Mindset for Career Success & Resilience

Key Lessons:

• Growth Mindset for Career Challenges
• Handling Rejections, Failures, & Career Blocks
• Emotional Resilience in Job Search & Career Change
• Lifelong Learning & Adaptability

Tools & Activities:

• Journal: My Career Setback Stories & Lessons
• Activity: My Personal Success Definition
• Design: My Resilience Ritual for Career Journey

Final Project:

"My Career Planning Portfolio"

Participants will create:

• My Career Strengths & Skills Map
• My 3-Year Career Growth Plan
• My Skill Development Schedule
• My Resume + LinkedIn Profile Draft
• My Personal Career Vision Statement
• My Networking & Learning Action Plan

Bonus Toolkit for Trainers / Coaches:

Ready-to-Use Tools:

• Career Self-Assessment Templates
• Skill Mapping Worksheets
• Resume Building Guide
• LinkedIn Optimization Checklist
• Career Action Plan Template
• Learning Resources List (Indian + Global Platforms)
• Career Journal Prompts
• Visual PPT Slides with Metaphors (Compass, Bridge, Tree, Path, Map)

Suggested Delivery Style:

• Practical Worksheets & Reflection Journals
• Case Studies + Indian Success Stories
• Real-Time Resume Writing & LinkedIn Sessions
• Group Discussions & Future Career Debates
• Action-Oriented Planning Exercises
• Daily/Weekly Growth Challenge Assignments
• Printable Participant Workbook & Career Journal

Bonus :-

• What is Career Planning?
• Ways to choose the Work that suits your interest, skill, personality, and scope
• Power of Interest
• 11 Strategies to map your career.
• The 6-step process for defining the particular meaning of success.
• Define "What is Success for You"
• The real sense of satisfaction
• Psychology of satisfaction
• Is it possible to be satisfied? If yes, then how? If not, then why?

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