Bridge Builder Readiness Assessment

Section 1: Vision Clarity

(20 points possible)

Question 1: When you imagine work that creates meaningful societal contribution:

I have a crystal-clear vision of what I want to create

I have a general direction but need to refine the specifics

I know I want impact but unsure what form it should take

I'm hoping the right opportunity will present itself

I'm not sure what meaningful work looks like for me yet

Question 2: Regarding your unique contribution to solving significant problems:

I can articulate exactly how my expertise addresses a specific systemic challenge

I see connections between my skills and important problems but need to develop the strategy

I believe my background is valuable but haven't identified the specific application

I hope my experience is relevant to meaningful work

I'm unsure how my corporate background translates to societal impact

Question 3: My definition of success has evolved to prioritize:

Impact and legacy over personal achievement

Meaningful work alongside financial success

A better balance between achievement and contribution

Some element of purpose within my current framework

I'm still figuring out what success means to me now

Question 4: When I think about my most important work:

I'm confident it lies ahead and I'm ready to pursue it

I believe it's ahead but want to plan carefully

I hope it's ahead but worry about practical challenges

I think it might be ahead but I'm comfortable where I am

I'm unsure if my best work is ahead or behind me

Section 2: Commitment Reality

(30 points possible)

Question 5: In the next 12 months, I am most likely to:

Take concrete steps toward a significant professional transition

Seriously investigate career pivots aligned with purpose

Explore new opportunities within my current company

Stay in my current role while exploring options

Focus on optimizing my current position

Question 6: To pursue more meaningful work, I would realistically be willing to: (Select your honest maximum)

Accept 30%+ income reduction and 2+ years to rebuild

Accept 20-30% income reduction and 1-2 years transition

Accept 10-20% income reduction initially

Maintain similar income while changing work focus

Only pursue options that increase my current income

Question 7: Regarding my professional identity:

I'm ready to completely reimagine how I define myself professionally

I'm willing to expand my identity to include new dimensions

I want to evolve my identity while keeping core elements

I prefer to enhance my current identity rather than change it

My current professional identity is integral to who I am

Question 8: When I consider the time investment for meaningful transition:

I'm prepared to dedicate 12+ months to exploration and transition

I can commit 6-12 months to making this change

I have 3-6 months to dedicate to this process

I can spare a few hours per week to explore options

I need to fit this exploration around my current demanding schedule

Question 9: When considering investment in professional transformation coaching:

I view this as essential strategic investment, similar to executive education

I'm prepared to make meaningful financial commitment for the right program

I want to understand value before considering investment levels

I prefer to start small and scale investment based on results

I need to research and justify any significant professional development costs

Question 10: The biggest factor that might prevent me from taking action is:

Nothing significant - I'm ready to move forward strategically

Need for better planning and strategy

Family concerns about change and uncertainty

Financial obligations and lifestyle requirements

Fear of leaving security for uncertain outcomes

Section 3: Strategic Realism

(25 points possible)

Question 11: My current restlessness about my professional trajectory:

Is a daily reality that motivates me to plan my transition

Comes in waves but is becoming more frequent

Surfaces periodically, especially during quiet moments

Is something I notice but can usually suppress

Is more of a vague feeling than a driving force

Question 12: Regarding calculated risks for authentic work:

I've already taken significant professional risks and learned from them

I've taken moderate risks and am ready for bigger ones

I prefer calculated risks with clear upside potential

I take risks only when the downside is minimal

I generally prefer to avoid professional risks

Question 13: My support system for a significant career transition:

Family/friends actively encourage me to pursue meaningful work

Key people in my life would support a well-planned transition

Most people would be supportive after initial concern

There would be mixed reactions and some resistance

Important people in my life prefer I maintain current success

Question 14: When I imagine myself in 3 years if I DON'T make a significant change:

I feel genuinely disappointed and regretful

I feel like I missed an important opportunity

I feel somewhat disappointed but probably okay

I feel fine - there are other paths to fulfillment

I feel relieved to have maintained stability

Question 15: My expertise could solve significant systemic challenges:

I have specific ideas and am ready to develop them

I see clear connections and want to explore them

I believe this is true but need help seeing the applications

This sounds appealing but I'm not sure how to start

I hope this is true but have doubts about my relevance

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