CCS Career Development & Planning 3

Question 1

In Schlossberg's Transition Theory, which of the four S resources refers to the support a person receives from their social network?

Accepted Answer

Support

Answer

The 'Support' resource in the 4 S model encompasses relationships—family, friends, mentors, and colleagues—that help individuals navigate career transitions.

Question 2

A client with a strong Conventional Holland type would likely thrive LEAST in which environment?

Accepted Answer

Improvisational theater company

Answer

Conventional types prefer structured, rule-governed tasks and would find the ambiguity and creativity required in improvisational theater highly uncomfortable.

Question 3

Protean career theory differs from traditional career models primarily because it emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Self-direction and personal values as the primary career compass

Answer

The protean career is driven by the individual rather than the organization, with psychological success and personal values as the ultimate criteria.

Question 4

When conducting a SWOT analysis for a client's career, external factors are captured in:

Accepted Answer

Opportunities and Threats

Answer

Opportunities and Threats represent external environmental factors, while Strengths and Weaknesses are internal to the individual.

Question 5

A career strategist notices a client repeatedly avoids applying to roles that require public speaking despite having the skills. This pattern most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

A limiting belief or fear undermining career action

Answer

Avoidance behavior despite having the requisite skills typically signals a psychological barrier such as a limiting belief or fear, not a skills gap.

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CCS Career Development & Planning 3