Articulate Your Goals For an Effective Job Search
Statistical Evidence
Harvard class of 1954 were measured those who made goals and those who did not. Each time they grouped the goal-oriented graduates into finer and finer groups … those who made goals every now and then, on a yearly basis, and on a monthly, weekly or daily basis, each finer subset of individuals ended up making more money, having more free time and far more happiness than the others.
In surveying salespeople they’ve found that 6 out of 10 do not set outcome-based goals at all and this group earns the least amount of all salespeople! 3 out of 10 set earnings goals and as in the Harvard study, this group of folks earns double the income of the no-goals group. Only 1 in 10 people sets specific goals but they earn 3 times as much as those who set no goals at all.
Tip
Specific:
- Well defined
- Clear to anyone else reading your goal
Measurable:
- Know if the goal is obtainable
- Know how far away completion is
- Know when it has been achieved
Achievable:
- Know when it has been achieved
Realistic:
- Within the availability of resources, knowledge and time
Time Frame:
- Enough time to achieve the goal
- Not too much time, which can let you drag out performance
Tools:
This Goals Worksheet will help you prepare and set your goals
Caution
One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is to start looking for a job before they are ready. Setting goals is critical in all areas of your life – especially when it comes to obtaining a job.
Resources
Links
http://www.studygs.net/schedule/
https://www.goal-setting-guide.com/smart-goal-setting-a-surefire-way-to-achieve-your-goals/
Service Providers
The following service providers can assist you with your job search and employment opportunity goal setting.
Goals Magic
Website: http://www.GoalsMagic.com (link no longer valid)
Company Description:
The Goals Magic System is completely FREE of charge. If you want more success and fulfillment in your life, if you are looking to achieve more than ever before, then this valuable goal setting system is a must have. Having a clearly established plan for the future is a hallmark skill of all successful people.
Better Choices, Better Health
Website: www.selfmanage.org/BetterHealth/SignUp (link no longer valid)
Information about Better Choices, Better Health (link no longer valid)