Career Planning Creating a road map for success! Career Planning Introduction Presented by Ana Reyes

Career Planning Outline I. Self Assessment/Needs Assessment a) Improve weaknesses/skills/knowledge b) Identify what success/happiness mean to you II. Explore careers in food service a) Understand employer expectations b) Identifying ideal job/workplace matches III. Job Searching a) Looking for a job b) Applying for a job i. Resume and Cover Letter Writing ii. Interviewing skills iii. Networking skills Accomplish your next relevant career goal at least three months after the finishing your training 9/18/2015Career Planning Introduction Gaining hands-on training

Defining Your Vision; Creating Your Path 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes

Workshop Objectives At the end of this workshop, you will be able to:  Articulate the importance of goals  Understand short and long term goals  Describe each of the elements of SMART goals  Set at least 6 SMART goals for a career/personal growth plan 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes

Set goals! Where should I start?Brainstorm!

Get a partner! 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes 1. Share a time when you set a goal and accomplished your goal 2. Share a goal that you keep setting but can’t seem to accomplish 3. Share why you think you were successful/unsuccessful

Why set goals ? 0 Visualize objectives 0 Keep you accountable 0 Create an action plan and think about what it takes to get to your goal 0 Identify time and resources 0 Increase your chances at being successful 0 If you don’t set goals you may find that you are working hard without feeling accomplished 0 Develop a sense of accomplishment and improve happiness 0 Make informed decisions related to life plans 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes

What is a goal? 9/18/2015 the result or achievement toward which effort is directed; aim; end.₁ or A result you hope to achieve through your efforts 1. Source: Dictionary.com

How do you effectively accomplish your goals? By setting: 0 Long-term AND Short-term Goals 0 SMART Goals 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Mandy Toomey

0 Long-Term Goals: 0 Can be achieved in 3 plus years 0 Short-Term Goals: 0 Can be achieved in less than 3 years 9/18/2015 Earn an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts in 3 years. Get a scholarship at the end of the academic year. Complete all application materials by the December Do community service twice a week for the entire Fall semester By the end of the week, I will identify 2 schools I would like to apply to

What is a SMART goal? 9/18/2015 What is a goal? the result or achievement toward which effort is directed; aim; end. A goal that provides a system to efficiently direct efforts and ensure that the desired result is accomplished.

9/18/2015 What exactly will you accomplish? S M A R T specific measurable achievable relevant timely Can you track your progress? Are you willing and able to accomplish the goal? Why is this goal important in your life? When will you accomplish this goal?

Which goal do you think is SMART? A. My goal is to understand what it takes to open a restaurant B. My goal is to talk to at least two restaurant owners about what it takes to have a successful restaurant by the end December. C. Write your own SMART goal as a team: My goal is to have a rough draft of my business plan, with all sections completed, ready for review by December /18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes

WORKSHEET 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Mandy Toomey

9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Mandy Toomey Life is a journey not a destination…

Tips for achieving your goal  Follow your plan, but be flexible  Review your goals every 3-6 months  Update your plans to adapt to changes  Be persistent and dedicated  Follow through 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes

o Stay true to yourself You have motivation, it is a matter of follow-through Do your goals align with your values? o Include others in your dream: Research information about your dreams Use Career Advising Find a Mentor Share your dreams with those you love Build a network 9/18/2015 Tips for achieving your goal

Assignment Two long term career-oriented SMART goals Four longer term career-oriented SMART goals Return to Ana Reyes by Friday!! 9/18/2015 Remember to use your brainstorming sheet as a guide. Long-Term Goal 1Long Term Goal 2 Short-Term Goal 1 Short-Term Goal 2 Short-Term Goal 3 Short-Term Goal 4

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What is your dream? 9/18/2015 Goal Setting Workshop Fall 2010 Refined and Presented by Ana Reyes There are those who look at things the way they are, and ask why... I dream of things that never were, and ask why not? – Robert Kennedy

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