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| With more than 30,000 kinds of jobs to choose from, it's no wonder people make mistakes. Like accepting the first offer that comes along. Or saying "yes" just because of the salary. Or trying to live out their parents' unfulfilled dreams. At Life Pathways," we don't believe God wants you to be bored or frustrated at work. After all, He's given you a unique combination of personal gifts. The secret is to figure out what they are and how to use them in making career decision--a process we call Right Pathing." And the first step in that process is the Career Direct assessment, a four-part evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses. Two hours after you being filling it out, your initial paperwork will be done. But our adventure will be just beginning.
The Tool That Takes You
Where Whether you're changing careers or planning for college, whether you're in mid-life or mid-teens, the Career Direct assessment will point you in the right direction. Just return the forms in the prestamped envelope provided, and in less than two weeks from the date we receive your completed assessment, you'll receive more than 30 pages of eye-opening reports on your personality, skills, interests, and values. Along with practical recommendations about the careers that suit you best. Tour Action Plan will provide a step-by-step guide for following up and following through on your newfound insights. Your Job Sampler will include a listing by career group of more than 800 jobs-an invaluable resource for brainstorming your next move. And you'll receive your choice of career planning guides--either The Path Finder, a 124 page manual for people already in the workforce or the 180 page Guide to College Majors and Career Choices. In the end, you'll discover things about yourself you never dreamed of. And learn how to take real action toward landing that perfect job--the one God intended especially for you. And because Career Direct was developed under the leadership of Larry Burkett and Life Pathways, you know it's a reliable tool from a reputable Christian organization
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Imagine yourself five years from now. You're satisfied. fulfilled. In fact, you can't wait to get to work in the morning. But it didn't happen overnight. You had to plan carefully. Pray faithfully. And move patiently in the direction god laid out for you. In other words, Career Direct doesn't offer instant miracles. But it is a huge, first step in a journey that will definitely take you where you are supposed to be. | |
| But Don't Take Our Word for It . . . "I was very satisfied with the whole program. I am now starting to see God open up career doors for me and it's exciting."
"This is a great career exploration journey to God's plan for a person. I regret not having this assessment 25 years ago, but it has given me new insight into myself." "Your decryption was exactly like me. Exactly." "[Career Direct] gave me the clarity in direction I needed. The tests were very accurate and pinpointed the exact career for me. I've been on the job for 3 months now and weekly I am commended for the excellent work I do. Using [Career Direct] was the best investment I have ever made, next to investing my life in the Lord and in my family." "I am grateful to your organization for providing me with this career assessment which has helped me to better understand myself and which careers I should consider. My only regret is that I didn't go through this assessment before making my choice of majors in college." "This was quite a confirmation to me that I am where I need and want to be...I would recommend this assessment (and have) to friends and family. The accompanying workbook, The Pathfinder, is excellent also." |
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Dear Friend, During the years I was counseling families on their finances, I frequently talked with people who were unhappy because they were in career fields that didn't match their talents and abilities. In 1990 we began our career assessment program, which has served more than 40,000 people seeking direction Each of us has the responsibility to be good stewards of the talents we've been given. The Career Direct assessment was developed to help you see the unique design God has given you, which is expressed through your personality, vocational interests, skills, and values. The assessment can equip you to make better educational and career decisions and give you the information you need to confidently communicate your abilities in a job interview.
Career Direct has had a life-changing impact on the lives of all age groups. Our clients include young people making career and education choices, adults in career transition or returning to the workplace, or retirees looking for a new way to use their talents. If you fit into any of these categories and need direction, I believe you'll find our assessment a good investment of your time and money. Larry Burkett |
| Biblical Principles of Career Planning 1. Each person is a unique creation of god. (Psalm 139:13-14) 2. God blesses each person with work-related talents. (Romans 12:6-8) 3. We are to be excellent in our work and an example to others. Excellence comes from development of our God-given talents. (Proverbs 22:29) 4. Our larger calling is to be witnesses for Christ and lights unto the world. This is greatly enhanced when we are experiencing the joy of using our talents at work. (Matthew 5:16) Career DirectTM Student Assessment The student version of the Career Direct assessment is designed exclusively for those 23 years or younger who are making college/vocational education decisions. Coming Soon...Business Versions! Windows-based software programs for on-site assessment scoring of personality profiles for hiring and human resource application.
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