Assignment Overview: For this assignment, you will develop a personal strategic plan for career success. You will answer critical self-discovery quest
Assignment Overview:
For this assignment, you will develop a personal strategic plan for career success. You will answer critical self-discovery questions and craft a memorable personal mission statement.
Assignment Components:
Research (20%): Conduct research on websites, books or non-AI applications that aid in creating personal strategic plans and mission statements.
Identify at least three examples of tools or platforms that facilitate career planning and goal setting.
Explain how these tools enhance the strategic planning process and assist in developing mission statements.
Self-Discovery Questions (40%):
- Answer the following questions:
- What’s important to you?
- Who are you?
- What do you stand for?
- What do you like to do?
- Why do you want to do it?
Personal Mission Statement (30%): Craft a personal mission statement that reflects your values, aspirations, and career goals. Ensure that the mission statement is memorable, focuses on a single theme, is clear and concise, energizes you, and serves as a guiding force in career decisions.
Reflection (10%):
Write a reflective essay (300 words) discussing the process of developing your personal strategic plan.
Reflect on how the self-discovery questions and various tools influenced the formulation of your mission statement.
Highlight any insights gained or skills enhanced through in this personal development exercise.
Tips for Making a Memorable Personal Mission Statement:
- Make it memorable.
- Focus on a single theme; don’t try to be all things to all people.
- Keep it clear and concise (it should fit on the back of your business card).
- Ensure it energizes you and rallies you to action.
- It should serve to guide you as you make career decisions.