CAREER PLANNING

Rewards Worksheet
Use this worksheet to think through what really motivates you at work. You can also rate each item from low
(1) priority or value to high (5). Review these ratings as you assess your degree of satisfaction with your
current job, or as a guide to what youd be looking for in your next position.
If you are a supervisor, you may use this as part of a development discussion with a direct report.
Level of Importance or Value
Low High
1 2 3 4 5
Financial gain
This position provides an excellent opportunity for financial reward.

Power and influence
The position offers the opportunity to exercise power and influence, and the chance to be an
influential decision maker.

Lifestyle
The position fits with my desired lifestyle. It lets me balance work and life demands and
interests.

Autonomy
The position offers me autonomy and independencethe ability to work without a lot of
close supervision.

Affiliation
The position lets me work with colleagues I enjoy and admire, and gives me a sense of
belonging to a group.

Workspace
The location and physical workspace are desirable and offer me benefits such as a pleasing
environment, an easy commute, or accessibility to day care.

Intellectual stimulation or challenge
The position is interesting and challenging, and offers learning and development
opportunities.

Competence
This position offers me the opportunity to build competence or expertise in an area.

Recognition and support
In this position and work environment, my contributions are recognized and valued. My
development is supported as well.

Other
List additional specific rewards that you value.

Assessment
Reviewing your ratings above, what jumps out at you as most important? Least important? How well does your current job meet your
reward needs?

Are there some actions you can take so that your work better satisfies your needs, such as modifying your work, taking on a stretch
assignment, or spending more time with colleagues you enjoy?

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