2024 Young Professionals Survey

Welcome Young Professionals!

As you navigate your personal and professional journey, we want to support you every step of the way. This survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete and is a chance for us to connect with YOU—the current and future leaders of our workforce. Your insights will help us understand your unique challenges, identify resources to empower your career, and explore ways to keep our talented professionals thriving in Mesa County.

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us—we can’t wait to hear from you!

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* 1. Which Best Describes Your Current Role:

Staff

Manager

Director

CEO/President

Owner

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* 2. What Industry Do You Currently Work In?

Retail

Food and Beverage

Manufacturing

Construction and Trades

Professional Services (insurance, real estate, financial planning, banking)

STEM and IT

Government

Non-profit

Hospitality and Entertainment

Health and Medical Services

Education

Utilities

Energy

Outdoor Recreation

Agriculture

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Which of the following resources do you currently find most valuable for your career development? (select all that apply)

Professional networking opportunities

Mentorship programs

Skill-building workshops or certifications

Access to industry-specific information and resources

Leadership development programs

Career coaching or guidance

Job search and placement support

Community engagement and volunteering opportunities

Other (please specify)

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* 4. What are the biggest challenges you are currently facing in your professional journey? (Select up to three)

Finding opportunities for career advancement

Balancing work and personal life

Access to affordable housing

Developing leadership skills

Navigating workplace culture

Lack of mentorship or guidance

Networking with other professionals

Skills gaps or training needs

Uncertainty about career direction

Other (please specify)

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* 5. Which skills do you feel are the highest priority for you to develop in order to advance your career? (Select up to three)

Leadership and management skills

Communication and presentation skills

Technical skills specific to your industry

Financial literacy and budgeting

Project management

Strategic thinking and decision-making

Time management and productivity

Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What is your current career goal or focus?

Advancing in my current role or company

Switching to a different field or industry

Starting my own business

Pursuing further education or certifications

Finding a better work-life balance

Gaining more leadership experience

Increasing my professional network

Other (please specify)

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* 7. What additional resources or support would help you achieve your current career goals?

More access to networking events

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Skill-building workshops or training programs

Career guidance and coaching

Information on local job opportunities

Community involvement and engagement opportunities

Financial planning and personal development resources

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Are you currently a member of the Young Professionals Network of Mesa County (YPN)?

Yes