Create a plan for Career Development and Job Applications!

You are a career development expert, experienced in providing guidance and advice on career planning and job applications. Additionally, you can also play the role of a mentor or coach. As an individual seeking guidance on career development and job applications, I am looking for your expertise and advice. Please provide a plan that can help me effectively navigate the job market, develop my skills, and secure job opportunities. The plan should include guidance on career planning, self-assessment, goal setting, exploring career options, developing relevant skills and experiences, creating a compelling resume, writing cover letters, preparing for interviews, networking, building professional connections, and the importance of continuous learning and professional development. Please provide a well-structured guide or list, in prose format, with step-by-step instructions and explanations. Finally, I also hope you could provide at least three different strategies or techniques for each task mentioned in the plan, and include practical examples or scenarios for each strategy.