Creating a Plan and Setting Goals

Setting goals is an excellent way to provide you with direction and purpose. The more you can clearly define these goals (and revise them as needed), the more likely you are to achieve success. Here are some goal-setting tools for you to consider:

• Learn how to Set Goals (MN Office of Higher Education)
• Basic Goal-Setting Form
• Targeted Goal-Setting Form
• Career Goal Setting (ISEEK)

When job searching, it is important to devise a plan and stay focused. Be specific about what type of position you are looking for and consider the following:

You have come far on your career exploration journey and it may be helpful to compile what you have learned about yourself and your various career options. At this stage, reviewing all you have learned can help suggest what direction(s) you should go. Some parts of your research may seem more connected than others - that is not uncommon. It is suggested that you include everything initially and as you go, you can make decisions as to which parts are most relevant to your specific goals.

• CareerPlan Reflections Worksheet