Description
Knowing which career you want to pursue is an important first step to tackling your job search and reaching your career goals. However, simply identifying an ideal position will not propel you to achieve these goals. To successfully attain your goals, there are recommended action steps for you to take.
For this journal you will explore the requirements for your potential career path, assess your current skill set, and identify what action steps you can take to make your career goals more attainable. Take these steps to prepare for your journal response.
- Read the Career Planning Step-by-StepLinks to an external site. article to better understand the importance of developing a clear career plan.
- Watch the Setting Yourself up for Post-Graduation Career SuccessLinks to an external site. (28 minutes)
- Review A step-by-step guide to planning your careerLinks to an external site. to help you gather information which you may wish to include in your career plan.
In your journal response:
- Identify your long-term goals. Where would you like to be one to five years from now? What is the industry and role you would like to pursue for your career? School Counselor and obtaining my MSW (Masters in Social Work)
- Explore the skills and qualifications related to this type of role. What qualifications do you already possess? What new skills, knowledge, certifications, or trainings might you need to be successful? Identify the additional action steps you will need to take to be even more qualified for the position you would like to pursue. Be sure to set reasonable deadlines for these action steps.
- Reflect on your resources. What barriers do you need to overcome to be successful? Are there individuals in your personal or professional network who can help you?