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how can I know which goal is right for me?
I am a go getter, I am a outgoing person who loves to meet new people. I am adventurous and I like learning and adapting to new things. #career
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George’s Answer
Hey Mabarak, you're on the right path. The first path to achieving something is knowing what it is and acknowledging it's a challenge to get there. I believe you've already taken a step in the right direction by asking this question. The key is to turn your dreams into a set of goals.
The first key to achieving a goal (personal or professional) is to have the a goal in the first place. Define it, know what it is and what it takes to achieve it. Write is down! Then the second most important thing is to have a plan. Doesn't matter how weird or how "off" that plan may be. A bad plan is better than no plan. Don't make things too complex. Think about where you want to be in 3 to 5 years.
- Have a dream: I don't care if you want to play basketball for the US team at the Olympics or fly out to space with Jeff Bezos. Have 1 or 2 dreams and decide to commit to them.
- Have a short term Goal: Difference between a dream and a goal is that a goal is something you can commit to, plan and achieve.
-- Don't have too many goals.
-- Research what it takes to be successful. Pivot if achieving the goal is unrealistic.
-- Make a plan to achieve your goal.
- Write things down: "A short pencil is better than a long memory" Writing things down makes things real. You have to turn a dream into a goal and a goal into a plan. A plan must be laid out (or typed out) for you to reference and share.
- Plan ahead: You won't be young forever. Have milestones for where you want to be at a certain age.
- Be reliable. As an adult, you have less room for excuses and lies. You need to be counted on by your family, friends and coworkers. Don't be the guy that's 10 mins late to everything, doesn't contribute on group projects and forgets people's birthdays.
Good Luck!
The first key to achieving a goal (personal or professional) is to have the a goal in the first place. Define it, know what it is and what it takes to achieve it. Write is down! Then the second most important thing is to have a plan. Doesn't matter how weird or how "off" that plan may be. A bad plan is better than no plan. Don't make things too complex. Think about where you want to be in 3 to 5 years.
- Have a dream: I don't care if you want to play basketball for the US team at the Olympics or fly out to space with Jeff Bezos. Have 1 or 2 dreams and decide to commit to them.
- Have a short term Goal: Difference between a dream and a goal is that a goal is something you can commit to, plan and achieve.
-- Don't have too many goals.
-- Research what it takes to be successful. Pivot if achieving the goal is unrealistic.
-- Make a plan to achieve your goal.
- Write things down: "A short pencil is better than a long memory" Writing things down makes things real. You have to turn a dream into a goal and a goal into a plan. A plan must be laid out (or typed out) for you to reference and share.
- Plan ahead: You won't be young forever. Have milestones for where you want to be at a certain age.
- Be reliable. As an adult, you have less room for excuses and lies. You need to be counted on by your family, friends and coworkers. Don't be the guy that's 10 mins late to everything, doesn't contribute on group projects and forgets people's birthdays.
Good Luck!
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Krystyna’s Answer
You still have time to decide! Utilize the resources available to you - through high school and college there are guidance counselors, academic counselors, career fairs, maybe even seminars given by people in the professions you are looking at. I definitely found it helpful to use these resources I didn't even know were available - see what colleges around you offer! Learn what it takes to become successful in those careers - schooling, extracurricular work, experience needed - and see if you think its the right fit for you. You may also have to consider the cost of any training, flexibility you desire in your work/life, possible need to relocate in the future, average earnings, etc. You may even be able to shadow some of these people, or at least have a conversation regarding how they got where they are. Some places even offer mentorship programs once you decide on a profession, so you have someone who has been through that path to help you on your way.
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Carolina’s Answer
Hi Mabarak! With those skills and attitude there is a world of great opportunities for you, it comes down to what drives your energy and motivation and in turn give you the most fulfilling experience. Looks like you are trying to figure out what that is, here are some recommendations based on what you shared:
1. Go getter - try making a list or groups of situations/people/things where you found yourself initiating, going on your own to learn more, wanting more of it..
2. On meeting new people, which ones did you find more interesting? what did you learn from them, and what did you want to share with them?
3. Adventurous sounds like risk taking, what kind of adventures or things did/do you like more or sound the most fun?
4. Adapting to new things - this could mean you're flexible but could also sometimes mean there is a tradeoff. Being flexible is a great attribute, we go through ongoing changes (life, work, etc) that flexibility allows us to continue learning and explore our creativity. Tradeoffs can also be good but could also mean you'll have to make decisions -- whether you've experienced adapting or not, try to run through different scenarios where you had to give up (or minimize) something in order to achieve something else. What did you go for?
Lastly, this is more generalized, on a typical day, what do you usually read, look up, play, work on, etc? You may realize you already have a really strong (and natural) interest for something!
Hopefully these helps you find some patterns, ideas, subjects, fields, that you can then prioritize and/or explore into more detail!
Keep up the great & positive attitude, and best of luck in finding the best goal & career for you!
1. Go getter - try making a list or groups of situations/people/things where you found yourself initiating, going on your own to learn more, wanting more of it..
2. On meeting new people, which ones did you find more interesting? what did you learn from them, and what did you want to share with them?
3. Adventurous sounds like risk taking, what kind of adventures or things did/do you like more or sound the most fun?
4. Adapting to new things - this could mean you're flexible but could also sometimes mean there is a tradeoff. Being flexible is a great attribute, we go through ongoing changes (life, work, etc) that flexibility allows us to continue learning and explore our creativity. Tradeoffs can also be good but could also mean you'll have to make decisions -- whether you've experienced adapting or not, try to run through different scenarios where you had to give up (or minimize) something in order to achieve something else. What did you go for?
Lastly, this is more generalized, on a typical day, what do you usually read, look up, play, work on, etc? You may realize you already have a really strong (and natural) interest for something!
Hopefully these helps you find some patterns, ideas, subjects, fields, that you can then prioritize and/or explore into more detail!
Keep up the great & positive attitude, and best of luck in finding the best goal & career for you!
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Sarah M.’s Answer
Finding a career that aligns with your values is key to your satisfaction. It's great that you've identified some aspects of your personality, as knowing yourself is key to finding what will interest and drive you.
One thing I have found very useful as I've continued in my career is doing a Values exercise. There are a few versions of this values cards exercise online, where you are given a series of cards containing values descriptions, and you are ask to review them and select the values that most resonate with you, down from about 30 to the top 5. Once you have that top 5, of things that resonate and mean the most to you , these can be your guides.
Your five key values may be things that have resonated with you because you feel they are currently lacking in your life or career, or they are things you are passionate about, or things you want to keep doing. The important thing is that they are important to you in the your life right now. Now, when you have a decision to make, you can refer back to your key values, to see if a choice aligns with the things you've identified as being most important to you.
I say "right now" because your values and want you value most can change, as can your goals. Having a guide towards what your ideal life and career might look like gives you a lens you can use to support your choices, or identify why you might not be feeling comfortable, and looking for a change.
I have a physical set of cards, and I refer to them every six months of so, to remind myself, and to double check if anything has shifted. If I've made a change that means one of the valued "needs" now feels "in control", it might not resonate with me so much, and I may switch it out for the next one.
Identify your most important values and needs
Run your goals through the filter of your values, to see if they fit
One thing I have found very useful as I've continued in my career is doing a Values exercise. There are a few versions of this values cards exercise online, where you are given a series of cards containing values descriptions, and you are ask to review them and select the values that most resonate with you, down from about 30 to the top 5. Once you have that top 5, of things that resonate and mean the most to you , these can be your guides.
Your five key values may be things that have resonated with you because you feel they are currently lacking in your life or career, or they are things you are passionate about, or things you want to keep doing. The important thing is that they are important to you in the your life right now. Now, when you have a decision to make, you can refer back to your key values, to see if a choice aligns with the things you've identified as being most important to you.
I say "right now" because your values and want you value most can change, as can your goals. Having a guide towards what your ideal life and career might look like gives you a lens you can use to support your choices, or identify why you might not be feeling comfortable, and looking for a change.
I have a physical set of cards, and I refer to them every six months of so, to remind myself, and to double check if anything has shifted. If I've made a change that means one of the valued "needs" now feels "in control", it might not resonate with me so much, and I may switch it out for the next one.
Sarah M. recommends the following next steps:
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David’s Answer
Hello Mabarak A,
What is the reason you want to pursue a specific goal?
The passion and pursue of the goal will be the determining factor if the goal is right for you.
As you continue to grow and progress as a person so will your goals and aspirations.
Determine why do I want this goal?
What is the reason you want to pursue a specific goal?
The passion and pursue of the goal will be the determining factor if the goal is right for you.
As you continue to grow and progress as a person so will your goals and aspirations.
David recommends the following next steps:
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Vikas’s Answer
Hello Mabarak A,
You have nice personality traits - why not use them in a field of career where you can unlock your full-potential. I think you'll be best suited in careers like Sales, Business Development, Business Account Handling, Client Relationship Management, Client-facing industries like aviation, hospitality, event management, films and television, etc. In these fields, usually people with very dynamic and outgoing personalities are hired as they like to interact with people outside of their comfort zones.
How would you know which Goal is right for you - it's your inner calling combined with practical factors - if balanced right, they will give you greater success in life. Sometimes, it's ok to go with your 'Plan B' even, as the World is uncertain. Once you are on a path that you just started - you would know where to reach ultimately and realize your full potential.
I wish you all the success with your aspirations.
Thank you,
Vikas K
You have nice personality traits - why not use them in a field of career where you can unlock your full-potential. I think you'll be best suited in careers like Sales, Business Development, Business Account Handling, Client Relationship Management, Client-facing industries like aviation, hospitality, event management, films and television, etc. In these fields, usually people with very dynamic and outgoing personalities are hired as they like to interact with people outside of their comfort zones.
How would you know which Goal is right for you - it's your inner calling combined with practical factors - if balanced right, they will give you greater success in life. Sometimes, it's ok to go with your 'Plan B' even, as the World is uncertain. Once you are on a path that you just started - you would know where to reach ultimately and realize your full potential.
I wish you all the success with your aspirations.
Thank you,
Vikas K
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Jackie’s Answer
Hi Mabarak,
Wow, you possess great skills and attitude. To have a goal means knowing what you want to do that serves a purpose. It is important that you find in yourself your sense of purpose... what are you passionate about that will give you that sense of purpose? Have a vision for yourself. I have a vision board that I update regularly so that my actions are aligned with the achievement of my goals. Try to check articles and videos about vision boards. It may help you get a kick-start in identifying your personal and career goals.
Wow, you possess great skills and attitude. To have a goal means knowing what you want to do that serves a purpose. It is important that you find in yourself your sense of purpose... what are you passionate about that will give you that sense of purpose? Have a vision for yourself. I have a vision board that I update regularly so that my actions are aligned with the achievement of my goals. Try to check articles and videos about vision boards. It may help you get a kick-start in identifying your personal and career goals.
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Amber’s Answer
Hi Mabarak,
You have a very positive outlook! You sound driven and enthusiastic. I create short-term goals (1 year) and longer-term goal list (5 years). The list includes a mix of personal and professional goals. I have my short-term goals saved in my computer. I write my long-term goals on a piece of paper and keep it in my wallet, to refer to it on a regular basis and update it every 1-2 years. It keeps me focused on meeting important larger goals..
Best wishes on your journey!
You have a very positive outlook! You sound driven and enthusiastic. I create short-term goals (1 year) and longer-term goal list (5 years). The list includes a mix of personal and professional goals. I have my short-term goals saved in my computer. I write my long-term goals on a piece of paper and keep it in my wallet, to refer to it on a regular basis and update it every 1-2 years. It keeps me focused on meeting important larger goals..
Best wishes on your journey!