
Being capable isn't always enough...

You are already delivering consistently. You are recognised as dependable, capable and someone who gets things done. Yet you still find yourself wondering why your career is not moving in the direction, or at the pace, you expected.
High performance matters, but it is rarely enough on its own. How clearly you are positioned, how your strengths are understood, who speaks for you when opportunities come up, and the way you sustain your performance all shape what happens next.
Progression is not only upwards. It can mean broader scope, greater influence, or a role that uses more of what you have. This scorecard helps you step back and look at where you stand across five dimensions, so you can see where you are already well positioned and where your attention will make the most difference.
Developed by Alicia Noble, Leadership and Career Transition Coach (ICF ACC). Drawing on more than two decades in corporate across finance, risk, audit and learning and development, together with workplace research and executive coaching.
What's influencing your next move?
These five dimensions will help you identify how well you are positioned for your next move, and where focused attention could make the greatest difference.

Alignment
How well your current direction, choices and career plans reflect what matters to you now.

Credibility
How well those who influence opportunities understand, trust and value your judgement, range and contribution.

Capability
The depth, range and currency of what you do, and the evidence behind it.

Relationships
The quality and influence of your professional network, sponsors and advocates.

Sustainability
How you sustain high performance while managing your capacity, energy and recovery.
