Is Your Career Support System Working for You? Question Title * 1. For each question, select the option that best reflects your current experience. There are no right or wrong answers — this quiz is designed to help you assess the strength of your current career support system.At the end, you will receive a personalized result highlighting where you are now and whether adding mentorship could be a smart next step in your professional growth. Question Title * 2. When you think about your long-term career path, who do you typically turn to for advice? My manager– they know my performance and trajectory A senior colleague I trust within the organization A colleague outside my organization who offers an independent perspective I don’t really talk to anyone about long-term planning Question Title * 3. Who actively encourages you to grow — whether that’s pursuing leadership roles, new certifications, or broader responsibilities? My manager gives helpful suggestions during performance reviews A mentor who challenges me to step up or stretch I pick up ideas from PD courses, conferences, or CPA events No one is really pushing me to grow Question Title * 4. Are you comfortable discussing your career goals or ambitions with your direct manager? Yes, very comfortable – they take an interest in my development Somewhat – I keep things general and focused on current projects Not really – I stick to job-related discussions I don’t bring up career discussions with them Question Title * 5. Who helps you think beyond your current role or employer (e.g., industry shifts, new credentials, career moves)? My manager occasionally brings this up in check-ins or reviews A mentor or coach I connect with regularly Someone in my CPA network who brings a broader career lens I mostly try to figure this out on my own Question Title * 6. Who do you typically turn to when facing a career challenge or decision (e.g., promotion questions, burnout, new direction)? My direct manager – we have that kind of relationship A peer or colleague who understands the pressures of the profession A mentor who helps me think it through with perspective I usually keep it to myself Question Title * 7. Who is advocating for your professional growth when you’re not in the room (e.g., recommending you for roles, projects, promotions)? My manager promotes me internally A mentor or sponsor who helps open doors Occasionally someone in my network will pass along opportunities I’m not sure anyone plays that role for me Question Title * 8. Have you ever had a career mentor or coach outside your reporting line? No – I assumed my manager filled that role I’ve had informal mentors, but nothing structured Yes – I’ve had formal or informal mentorships during my career No, I have not had a career mentor Done