1. Establishing Goals Computer Engineering I Objective 101.01 Copyright 2008 QTL™

2. Terms & Definitions Goal  Purpose of any plan or action Short-Term Goal  One of a series of accomplishments that add up to a specific achievement Long-Term Goal  A goal that has existed over an extended period of time Copyright 2007 QTL ™

3. Terms & Definitions Strategy  The decision of how to accomplish an objective Desire  To long for an objective Copyright 2007 QTL ™

4. Terms & Definitions Planning Goals  The small steps you must take to get from where you are now to where you want to be Self Assessment  Profile of your talents, interests, abilities, aptitudes, and experiences Copyright 2007 QTL ™

5. Why Set Goals?  Goals allow you to arrange a life with a clear purpose and/or destination  Goals turn dreams into desires so that, with work, you can accomplish something Copyright 2007 QTL ™

6. Why Set Goals?  Goals allow you to prioritize the responsibilities and obligations in your life and spend your time wisely  Goals help you set a plan of action that will guide you into a brighter future Copyright 2007 QTL ™

7. Long-Term Goals Establishing a Long-Term Goal:  Plan  Self-assessment  Develop personal action plan  Research  Career exploration  Review Copyright 2007 QTL ™

8. Short-Term Goals Benefits of Short-Term Goals:  Divide a long term goal into manageable pieces  Focus energy on smaller specific steps to achieve long term goal  Better manage your time  Setting & achieving short term goals enables you to reach long term goals Copyright 2007 QTL ™

9. Short-Term Goals Benefits of Short-Term Goals:  Specific ways to evaluate progress toward a long term goal  In the evaluation process, if one short term goal does not work, another can be set without losing sight of the long term goal Copyright 2007 QTL ™

10. Effective Goals  Stated in Clear Terms  “I will graduate with a 3.5 GPA”  Realistic & Believable  YOU must believe that you can reach the goal  Attainable & Reliable  Must have interests, skills, abilities and strengths to make it happen Copyright 2007 QTL ™

11. Effective Goals  Measurable  Goal can be accomplished within a certain time or in a quantity that can be calculated  Desirable  You REALLY want to achieve this goal Copyright 2007 QTL ™

12. Evaluating Career Goals Indicators of possible career paths  Values  Aptitudes  Skills  Interests  Hobbies  Work Many people earn a living doing something they used to do as a hobby! Copyright 2007 QTL ™

13. Living with Career Choices  Work is the central activity around which most people plan their lives  Work is an activity that may result in something useful  A job is a collection of tasks or duties that a person does to earn a living Copyright 2007 QTL ™

14. Living with Career Choices  As an adult, you will be identified mainly by the kind of work that you do  Only a few people satisfy their safety and survival needs by working  About 80% of Americans are not well- satisfied with their work and lifestyle Copyright 2007 QTL ™

15. Career Planning  A process in which a student learns about himself/herself, the world of work, and the relationship between the two  Should begin as early as possible – you should start thinking about it no later than sixth grade Copyright 2007 QTL ™

16. Career Decision Making  Life-long process  Beliefs, values, skills, aptitudes, interests  Involves your past, present, and future work role  Career plan may change when significant new information, interests, or desire appear Copyright 2007 QTL ™

17. Career Planning  Identify long range goal  Set short term goals  Develop a career plan  Update info from earlier career plans  Create a Career Portfolio  Collection of information that demonstrates your talents, interests, abilities, achievements, experiences Copyright 2007 QTL ™

18. Successful Career Planning  Method of looking at your particular strengths/weaknesses and the many options and choices of careers  Everyone needs a Career Development Plan  Individuals are responsible for setting their own short & long-term Career Goals Copyright 2007 QTL ™

19. Steps for Career Planning 1.Self Assessment Honestly determine talents, interests, skills, values, personality 2.Career Exploration Investigate all career choices, options, opportunities 3.Goal Setting Establish intermediate short range and long range goals 4.Evaluation Periodically evaluate your plan using a Time Log Copyright 2007 QTL ™

20. Researching a Career  The very best way to learn about a career is working in it!  The more careers you are aware of, the better your chances of finding one that is right for you.  Libraries and the Internet are two good places to research careers.  Career Clusters are groups of careers that have certain things in common. Copyright 2007 QTL ™

21. Department of Labor Occupations Classifications People  Working for the betterment of others and/or society  Examples: teachers, social workers, policemen Data  Working with numbers, information processing, policies and procedures  Examples: accountants, computer programmers, researchers Copyright 2007 QTL ™ Researching a Career

22. Department of Labor Occupations Classifications Things  Working with tools, equipment, machines  Examples: Cooks, air traffic controllers, drafters Ideas  Working with concepts, themes or inventions  Examples: scientists, designers, artists, writers, musicians Copyright 2007 QTL ™ Researching a Career

23.  Consider working environment  Indoor vs. Outdoor?  Sitting vs. Standing?  Extreme hot vs. cold environment?  Consider desired lifestyle  Family  Friends  Leisure activities  Spiritual well- being  Career Copyright 2007 QTL ™

24. Job Search Sources  Internet  Trade Magazines  Friends & Family  Is it unfair for a friend or family member to help you get a job?  School Counselors & Teachers  Private employment agencies  Newspaper advertisements/Want ads  Many job openings are never listed because employers don’t want to be swamped with applications. Copyright 2007 QTL ™

25. Landing a Job Job Application  Black ink  Leave no blanks  Neat Letter of Application  Your chance to tell why you’re a good match for the job Resume  Be honest, but don’t be modest! Job Interview  Most employers choose best and most qualified candidates for the job Copyright 2007 QTL ™

26. Another Option Planning Your Own Business  Describe costs and benefits of self-employment  Perform a self assessment of skills and personality traits  Know how to start a business Copyright 2007 QTL ™