Best Years Lab · Coaching Tool
Your Competence Map™
You know more than you think.
A 20-minute, honest review of your skills. Turns "I think I can do this" into measurable proof — and shows what to develop next.
approx. 20 min · for yourself · not a test or assessment
You know you are capable. But when a job interview, promotion, or pricing conversation comes along — suddenly it is hard to put it into words. "I get by" instead of "I am an expert at this".
Start with a simple exercise
Imagine someone is taking over your responsibilities tomorrow. Leave them a list of everything you do — absolutely everything, not just what you are great at.
Then add two things:
- — what you have learned along the way,
- — what you are proud of.
That is your complete list. Now we will assess it — and count how much of it you do at an expert level.
How it works
Write everything down
List your skills like a handover document — no judging, just dump everything out. Don't know the name? Describe it in your words.
Colour-code
For each skill mark a zone: 🟢 expert, 🟠 developing, 🟤 with support. There is no "can't do" zone.
See your map
Count. The most common reaction: "I can do this much?". Your achievements — all in one place for the first time.
Plan and upgrade your CV
Choose 2–3 things to develop (SMART plan), then upload your CV — the AI agent will suggest what to strengthen and how to name your talents.
Three colours, one goal:
See how much you already have
Green — Expert
You do this independently, teach others, people ask you about it. You deliver even under pressure.
Orange — Developing
You manage and deliver, but want to sharpen your knowledge or practice a bit more.
Brown — With support
You know the topic and understand it, but do not feel ready to work on it independently yet.
What you'll walk away with
Evidence-based confidence
A counted list of what you are an expert at — no more "I think I can do something".
A concrete development plan
2–3 SMART goals for what you want to level up.
A stronger CV
Ready-made suggestions for what to add, highlight, and how to name your talents.
One rule
"Be honest with yourself — like a man."
Research shows women underrate their skills more than men. This tool keeps you honest: it catches "just" and "a bit" and asks for facts instead of modesty. Brag with evidence — facts are immune to downplaying.
Who this map is for
For you, if you are facing a job change, interview, promotion, pricing conversation, or returning to the market after a break — and want to go in with a clear head and self-confidence based on facts.
Ready to see how much you know?
Honesty contract
20 minutes that will change the way you talk about yourself.
Your data is private and visible only to you.