Graduate Careers Australia

A Career Planning and Development Model

Implementing Plans

The final stage in the four step SODI model – implementing plans, relates to putting existing plans into action. In this stage, the information gained from previous steps about you, the world of work and decision-making is utilised.

Typical activities at this stage of the career planning process include preparing cover letters and résumés, completing application forms and also thinking about how to prepare for interviews. This stage is where much of the information gained in the earlier steps of the SODI model can be utilised. The ability to tell your story through focusing on your skills, abilities and achievements is invaluable in the job-seeking process.

The numerous articles and sites referred to in the Preparing Your Application section on this site provide advice on some of the more practical considerations for job seekers. This section examines application forms, cover letters, résumés, interviews and career transitions.

• The SODI Career Planning Model
• Using the SODI Model for Self-Assessment
• Exploring Opportunities and Information
• Making Decisions and Planning
• Implementing Plans