Beliefs and Values About Work

Ask yourself, "Why is work important to me?" Think of your personal values that you need to have fulfilled by a job. The following survey may help you better understand why you work.

1. Think about how you would respond if someone asked you, "What is it that you really like about working?"

2. Look at the following list, and check off those needs and values that you consider to be most important. Choose as many as possible.

	having control over the work activities of others
	competition
	status/prestige
	money
	working independently
	self-worth/well-being
	having a sense of achievement or accomplishment
	self-improvement and growth
	socializing and working with people
	time freedom (no specific working hours required)
	being recognized and appreciated
	providing quality service work
	being creative
	being the best
	helping/caring
	hard work
	providing direction and leadership
	having vision (seeing the broad picture/issues)
	enjoyable and interesting work
	pleasant work environment and atmosphere

3. Jot down any other needs and values which have not been listed here.

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