B121 Chapter 2 Managing your Learning

Dealing with concerns Perfectionism – “My answer has to be perfect” Inadequacy – “I am incompetent” Avoidance of discomfort – seek to minimize risk

Overcoming fears Develop new ways of thinking about yourself – develop a positive self-image. Design clear goals – set realistic and achievable targets. Prioritise – Identify urgent tasks and do those first. Divide tasks into manageable parts. Organize yourself Reward yourself

Planning your study strategy Your family – discuss your study plans and negotiate how you will deal with family obligations. Your friends Your employers Your work colleagues. Where you study. Planning your work time. Negotiate your commitments. Planning your tactical approach.

Setting up support at work Opportunities Working with peers & colleagues. Placement on special projects. Increased responsibilities – expanded role. Job rotation.

Being mentored Consider finding a mentor in your workplace for support and to help you apply your new knowledge as you acquire it. Sponsorship – opening doors. Coaching – teaching ‘the ropes’ Protection – providing support. Exposure – creating opportunities. Challenging work Role modeling – demonstrating value behavior. Counseling Acceptance and confirmation Friendship.

Peer relationships Conventional mentoring Sponsorship Coaching Exposure and visibility Protection Challenging work assignments Acceptance and confirmation Counseling Role modeling Friendship complementarily Peer relationship Information – sharing Career strategizing Job-related feedback - Confirmation Emotional support Personal feedback Friendship mutuality