Your earning potential depends on the value of your skills in the marketplace, how you apply them, and your ability to negotiate and position yourself. This quiz will help you understand your current income potential and how to increase it.
Your skill level compared to others in your field is...
Expert — among top performersAdvanced — above average competenceCompetent — meets professional standardsDeveloping — still building proficiency
How well do you market and communicate your skills?
Exceptionally well — effectively demonstrate valueAdequately — can explain skills when neededMinimally — let work speak for itselfPoorly — struggle to articulate value
Your skills are applicable to...
Multiple high-paying industriesSpecific industry with good payLimited industries with moderate payIndustries with generally lower pay
How quickly are you developing new valuable skills?
Rapidly — constantly adding high-value skillsSteadily — regular skill improvementSlowly — occasional skill developmentMinimally — little new skill acquisition
Your ability to negotiate compensation is...
Strong — confident in asserting valueModerate — can negotiate with preparationWeak — uncomfortable with negotiationVery weak — accept first offer typically
How unique or difficult to replace are your skills?
Highly unique — rare combination or expertiseSomewhat unique — above average specializationCommon but well-developed — good but not rareCommon — easily replaceable skills
Your track record of delivering results with your skills is...