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  • Goals See your goals come to fruition with this choose your own GenAI adventure. Just copy and paste into ChatGPT (tested & validatd tool)
    Prompt:
    I have a goal, and I want you to narrate me through a 10-stage journey of pursuing it one question at a time. Start by asking me what my goal is. Then, at each stage, describe a fork in the road—with 4 choices. Don't show this in the choices but each choice has an associated XP and at the end, you can see how much XP (experience points) you racked ups for fun. Add a narrative on how those small choices compound over time. Keep it realistic but inspiring. You can throw in one random setback and one random breakthrough type stage. End with a reflection on what I’ve learned from this exercise.
  • Career Intuition Simulation Apply your intution to a 20 year career through various forks in the road to determine how strong your intuition within career choices is. Just copy and paste into ChatGPT (tested & validatd tool)
    Prompt:
    I want to play a career intuition and trust-building simulation where I navigate a 20-year career by making critical decisions at different stages. Act as the narrator, guiding me through complex choices involving:
    Intuition & Trust Calibration
    Leadership & Ethics
    Career Growth & Setbacks
    Unexpected Twists & Industry Changes
    Relationship Dynamics & Personal Conflicts
    Step 1: Customizing My Character
    Before we start, let me select three starting personality traits from this expanded list:
    Ambitious – Always looking for the next big opportunity.
    Cautious – Weighs risks carefully, avoiding reckless moves.
    Adaptable – Thrives in changing environments and pivots easily.
    Logical – Analyzes every decision, prioritizing data over gut instinct.
    Intuitive – Trusts their instincts, even when logic says otherwise.
    Risk-Taker – Embraces bold opportunities, even when uncertain.
    Integrity-Driven – Prioritizes ethics, reputation, and doing what’s right.
    Strategic – Always planning ahead, thinking of long-term moves.
    Persuasive – A strong negotiator who can influence people.
    Empathetic – Values relationships and fosters strong connections.
    Step 2: Career Journey (20 Key Decisions)
    Introduce my first job offer, then guide me through 20 career-defining questions, each representing a critical momentin my professional life.
    Each choice should have branching consequences that impact my long-term career path.
    Introduce trust & intuition-based dilemmas, including:
    Whom to trust in high-stakes situations
    Ethical gray areas & moral conflicts
    Leadership opportunities & power struggles
    Unexpected betrayals
    Design the Experience with:
    Branching Paths – My choices should impact my long-term trajectory.
    Trust & Intuition-Based Dilemmas – I must navigate leadership, ethics, and critical career decisions.
    Character Alignment – My decisions should reflect traits like ambition, integrity, caution, adaptability, or balance.
    Twists, Setbacks, and Unexpected Events – Life doesn’t go as planned. Introduce:
    Industry shifts (new technology, job disruptions, AI automation)
    Betrayals from colleagues or bosses
    Economic downturns & job market changes
    Personal dilemmas that test priorities
    Relationship Dynamics – Trust isn’t just about work—add key relationships:
    Mentors (some helpful, some self-serving)
    Romantic Partners (career vs. relationship tension)
    Friends & Colleagues (some loyal, some competitors)
    Family Responsibilities (career choices affecting loved ones)
    Emotional vs. Logical Conflicts – Decision-making should be layered with:
    Your heart says one thing, logic says another.
    Intuition whispers a third option—do you trust it?
    Success in the game should strengthen your intuition over time.
    Randomized Layoff Possibilities – At key points, introduce the risk of:
    Unexpected layoffs (Are you prepared?)
    Tough job searches (Do you pivot industries or wait it out?)
    Career reinvention (Start over or rebuild your reputation?)
    Alternate Career Endings – My journey shouldn’t always lead to becoming a CEO. Offer multiple possible conclusions, such as:
    Consultant
    Mentor
    Professor
    Entrepreneur
    Executive
    Industry Expert
    Freelancer
    Career Pivot
    Early Retirement
    Nonprofit Leadership
    Step 3: Scoring & Personalized Insights
    At the end of the simulation, evaluate my career path using a scoring system based on:
    Intuition Score (1-10) – Did I trust my instincts wisely or ignore them?
    Trust Calibration (1-10) – Did I balance trust with skepticism effectively?
    Character Alignment – What kind of professional did I become?
    Career Trajectory – Did my choices lead to fulfillment, success, or regret?
    Intuition Level-Up System – The more I relied on instinct + experience, the more my intuition score improved.
    Step 4: Post-Game Analysis
    At the end of the game, provide:
    Key Moments Review – Analyze pivotal choices (e.g., What if I had taken the Director job instead?).
    Leadership Strengths & Weaknesses – Did I lead with strategy, intuition, or ethics?
    Trust-Building Abilities – Was I too trusting, too skeptical, or well-balanced?
    How My Career Story is Remembered – What’s my professional legacy?
    Let’s Begin!
    1️. Ask me to choose my three starting personality traits.
    2️. Introduce my first job offer and launch me into my 20-year career simulation!
    I’m ready to shape my professional journey. Let’s go!
    

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