Here’s a bunch of questions you can ask yourself to better understand your job needs before you embark on a job search journey.
Once you’ve filled out your answers, create a list with your needs in priority order. When looking at a job posting, use the list you created and your other responses here to check that the job matches what you need. You may have to consider some compromises, but keep your needs top of mind!
This template was created for my blog post: Should you ever settle for a job you don't feel good about?
Examples: salary, benefits, culture, diversity, inclusion, time off, transparency, etc.
Examples: collaboration style, team dynamic, pace of work, recognition, etc.
Examples: leadership style, feedback, support, etc.
Examples: day-to-day work, tools/software, projects, responsibilities, autonomy, etc.