Career Inflation Diagnostics Tool

Career Inflection Diagnostic

1Internal Signals

2External Signals

3Career Moment Indicator

4Conversation Readiness Check

5Sponsorship Reality Check

6Final Context

7Final Question

8Bio Data

I feel a persistent sense that "something no longer fits" in my current role, even if I can't name it precisely(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

My energy or engagement has shifted in the past 6-12 months. What used to energize me now drains me, not because of burnout, but because of deeper misalignment.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

I notice a gap between the role I'm in and the identity I'm growing into. The person I'm becoming doesn't fit the box I'm operating in.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

The work no longer connects to what matters most at this stage of my life. My priorities have shifted, but my role hasn't.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

I'm increasingly drawn to opportunities outside my current trajectory, different roles, different industries, different ways of working.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

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Internal Score

I've received feedback (formal or informal) suggesting I've outgrown my current scope or that I'm "ready for something different.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

There's no clear next step in my current trajectory. The path ahead is ambiguous, blocked, or non-existent.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

A sponsor, peer, or trusted colleague has remarked that I seem ready for something different or they've expressed surprise that I'm still in this role.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

I'm being passed over for opportunities I expected to receive, often with vague explanations about timing, fit, or readiness.(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

Organizational constraints (politics, structure, budget, market conditions) are limiting my progression or pivot options(Required)

Not true

Somewhat true

Very true

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External Score

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Total Score

Which of the following resonates most with your current career moment?

I'm thinking about shifting direction: different role type, different trajectory, lateral or diagonal move

I want to progress on my current path (bigger scope, higher level, EXCO), but the door isn't opening or the criteria are unclear

I'm seriously considering leaving this organization

I'm well-matched to my current role and trajectory; no major transition signals

Which of the following are true for you? (Select all that apply)(Required)

I've been thinking about a career shift for months (or longer), but haven't raised it with anyone in a position to help

I've had a career conversation recently, but left more confused than when I started—the feedback was vague or contradictory

I'm avoiding a career conversation because I don't know how to start it or I'm afraid of the consequences

I've received vague feedback ("not ready yet," "strategic gravitas," "executive presence") that I can't translate into specific actions

I suspect bias or politics are at play, but I don't know how to surface it without damaging my position

I'm considering leaving the organization, but I haven't exhausted internal options or had the definitive conversation

I have a sponsor or manager relationship that feels strained or ambiguous—I'm not sure they're advocating for me

I'm wrestling with trade-offs (prestige vs. identity, title vs. scope, compensation vs. fulfillment) and can't decide what I'm willing to give up

None of the above—I feel clear and aligned

Conversation Barriers Count

Do you have an active sponsor—someone with organizational power who explicitly advocates for your career advancement?(Required)

Yes - I have a clear sponsor who has committed to advocating for me

Uncertain - someone supports me, but I'm not sure they actively advocate

No - I don't have an active sponsor

I don't know what sponsorship means

Have you explicitly asked someone to sponsor you for your next career move?(Required)

Yes - I've made a direct request

No - I've assumed it should happen based on performance

No - I didn't know I could/should ask

Not applicable - I have a sponsor

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Sponsorship Gap

If you had to name the PRIMARY barrier to your next career move, what would it be?(Required)

Clarity - I don't know what I want or what's possible

Sponsorship - I don't have active advocacy from people with power

Organizational politics - The path is blocked by forces outside my control (succession dynamics, budget, structure, bias)

Identity/trade-offs — I'd have to give up too much (prestige, power, compensation, team, control)

Timing - The moment isn't right (organizational change, personal circumstances, market conditions)

No barrier — I'm clear and ready; I just need to have the conversation

What's at stake if you DON'T have the career conversation you've been avoiding?

I'll stay too long in the wrong role and miss better opportunities

I'll miss the window for progression - the door will close

I'll disengage, stop caring, and eventually exit with bitterness

My relationship with my sponsor/manager will deteriorate due to unspoken tension

Nothing significant - I'm not avoiding a conversation

How urgent does this career moment feel to you?(Required)

Critical - I need to act within the next 1-3 months

Important - I should act within the next 6 months

Moderate - I'm monitoring, but no immediate pressure

Low - This is longer-term thinking

One more question to personalize your results: In one sentence, what's the career conversation you've been avoiding - or the question you're wrestling with?(Required)

First, tell us a bit about yourself(Required)

First Name Last Name

Email(Required)

Job Title/Role:(Required)

Organization

Years in Current Role

Industry (optional):

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