Ai Prompts: Career Planning and Goal Setting

1. Industry & Occupation Exploration

  • “Based on my top interests [insert interests or RIASEC results], what industries or occupations should I explore?”

  • “I’m curious about [industry name]. What are the most in-demand roles and skills in this field right now?”

  • “Summarize key trends and emerging career opportunities in [specific industry].”

  • “Compare the job outlook and salary range for [occupation 1] and [occupation 2]. Which aligns better with my goals?”

  • “What are three alternative career paths that use similar skills to [current role or major]?”

2. Education & Training Pathways

  • “What certifications, degrees, or on-the-job training do I need to enter [target career or industry]?”

  • “List stackable credentials or short-term training programs that could help me transition into [career goal].”

  • “Create a step-by-step education and training plan for moving from [current position] to [desired career].”

  • “What are affordable online programs or apprenticeships related to [career interest]?”

3. Aligning Career Goals with Lifestyle

  • “I value [e.g., flexibility, creativity, stability]. What career paths support these priorities?”

  • “Help me compare careers that fit a flexible schedule or remote-friendly lifestyle.”

  • “Suggest roles that align with my lifestyle goals: [list goals like travel, work-life balance, impact, or income].”

  • “How can I design a career path that blends my passion for [interest] with my goal of [lifestyle or income target]?”

4. SMART Career Goal Setting

  • “Help me write three SMART goals to move toward my career vision in the next 12 months.”

  • “Turn this goal into a SMART version: [insert general career goal].”

  • “Create a 90-day action plan to start working toward my long-term career goal.”

  • “Break down my 5-year goal of becoming a [target role] into measurable milestones.”

5. Career Decision-Making & Reflection

  • “Summarize the pros and cons of pursuing a career in [industry or role].”

  • “I’m deciding between [career option A] and [career option B]. Based on my values and skills [insert them], which is a stronger fit?”

  • “Help me evaluate my top three career choices using categories like salary potential, job satisfaction, and alignment with my strengths.”

  • “Based on my results from the O*NET Interest Profiler, what types of roles might be both personally fulfilling and financially sustainable?”

6. Visualizing Your Career Path

  • “Create a sample career roadmap from entry-level to advanced roles in [industry].”

  • “Describe what a typical day might look like for someone working as a [target role].”

  • “Turn my career goals into a visual roadmap or timeline I can use for planning in Trello or Notion.”

  • “Write a one-paragraph summary of my ‘career story’ that connects my past experiences to my future goals.”