diff --git a/src/components/CareerCoach.js b/src/components/CareerCoach.js
index 6b5f3bc..5584a7b 100644
--- a/src/components/CareerCoach.js
+++ b/src/components/CareerCoach.js
@@ -104,9 +104,12 @@ We can refine details anytime or just jump straight to what you're most interest
       careerName
     );
 
-    const interestInventoryMessage = userProfile?.riasec
-      ? `With your Interest Inventory profile (${userProfile.riasec}), I can tailor suggestions more precisely.`
-      : `If you complete the Interest Inventory, I’ll be able to offer more targeted suggestions based on your interests.`;
+    const hasInterestAnswers = Boolean(userProfile?.interest_inventory_answers?.trim());
+
+const interestInventoryMessage = hasInterestAnswers
+  ? `Since you've completed the Interest Inventory, I can offer more targeted suggestions based on your responses.`
+  : `If you complete the Interest Inventory, I’ll be able to offer more targeted suggestions based on your interests.`;
+
 
     const riskMessage =
       riskLevel && riskReasoning