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.”

