My Personal Success Plan

my personal success plan

CONNECTION SKILLS

Are you inspired to set a new goal related to connecting with others? If so, the Personal Success Plan can walk you through the goal-setting process. Read the advice and examples; then add your ideas in the space provided.

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GATHER INFORMATION

Question 11.4

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GATHER INFORMATION
Think about your strengths and weaknesses in connecting with others. What strategies have worked for you in the past? What could you do differently? Revisit your Connecting with Others score on ACES and review the relevant sections of this chapter for additional ideas.
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SET A SMART GOAL

Question 11.5

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SET A SMART GOAL
Use the information you’ve gathered to create a SMART goal, making sure to use the SMART goal checklist.
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MAKE AN ACTION PLAN

Question 11.6

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MAKE AN ACTION PLAN
Outline the specific steps you’ll take to achieve your SMART goal, and note when you’ll complete each step.
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LIST BARRIERS AND SOLUTIONS

Question 11.7

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LIST BARRIERS AND SOLUTIONS
Think about possible barriers to your action steps; then brainstorm solutions for overcoming them.
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ACT AND EVALUATE OUTCOMES

Question 11.8

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ACT AND EVALUATE OUTCOMES
Now that your plan is in place, take action. Record each action step as you take it. Then evaluate whether you achieved your SMART goal, and make any adjustments needed to get better results in the future.
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CONNECT TO CAREER

Question 11.9

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CONNECT TO CAREER
List the skills you’re building as you progress toward your SMART goal. How will you use these skills to land a job and succeed at work?

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