3. Self-Analysis

① Importance of Self-Analysis

• The essential first step when considering a new career or job change.
• Helps identify what you want to do, what you can do, and where your interests lie.
• Even experienced professionals often lack sufficient self-analysis.

② How Self-Analysis Helps

• Clarifies strengths, weaknesses, and unique selling points for interviews.
• Enables clear explanations of motivation and fit for positions.
• Objective feedback from family, friends, or colleagues reveals traits you may overlook.

③ Methods and Practical Advice

• Use a checklist: interests, strengths/weaknesses, achievements, lessons from past jobs, and external opinions.
• Students: choose majors linked to career opportunities; align studies with future visa requirements (e.g., H-1B).
• Mid-career professionals: review achievements, update resumes, clarify reasons for job change.
• International students: research industry/visa fit and consult experts.

Points Summary