Title: Set short- and long-term career goals related to career choice.
Course: Independent Living (22904-36) > Section: Investigating Career Development Opportunities

Setting goals should include establishing goal statements that reflect the steps in the goal-setting process and an action plan for implementing each goal. Process should also include the time horizon, financial resources needed, and expectations involved in each goal.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why is it important to have career goals?
- What might happen if you choose a career that is inconsistent with your goals or desired lifestyle?

Communication

- How can modern technology (e.g., apps, devices) help you track the progress of your goals?
- How can you communicate your short- and long-term career goals to others?

Leadership

- How can your goal-setting process inspire others?
- How will the transferable skills you have gained in FCCLA help you in your career?

Management

- Why should a cost-benefit analysis be considered when making career goals?
- What resources are available to help set short-and long-term career goals?