My Personal Success Plan

my personal success plan

ACADEMIC AND CAREER PLANNING

Are you inspired to set a new goal related to academic or career planning? 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 13.4

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GATHER INFORMATION
Think about your strengths and weaknesses related to academic and career planning, and revisit your Academic and Career Planning score on ACES. What realistic goal will you set now that will help you achieve your longer-term goal of graduating and preparing for a rewarding career? Reread the relevant sections of this chapter if you need ideas.
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SET A SMART GOAL

Question 13.5

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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 13.6

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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 13.7

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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 13.8

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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 13.9

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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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