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
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. 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
Use the information you’ve gathered to create a SMART goal, making sure to use the SMART goal checklist. SAMPLE: Starting next Monday, I’ll use “I” statements whenever a disagreement arises between me and someone else. 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
Outline the specific steps you’ll take to achieve your SMART goal, and note when you’ll complete each step. SAMPLE: During all my interactions with others next week, I’ll notice if I’m using blaming or accusatory language and will reframe my comments as “I” statements. 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
Think about possible barriers to your action steps; then brainstorm solutions for overcoming them. SAMPLE: If I get so upset during a disagreement that it’s hard to transform blaming language into “I” statements, I’ll count to ten and try again. 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
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. SAMPLE: Counting to ten didn’t help me reduce my frustration as much as I had hoped. The next time my emotions get away from me, I’ll try taking a short, brisk walk instead. 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
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? SAMPLE: In any career I pursue, learning how to manage conflict effectively will help me work well with others and stay productive on the job. 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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