What does the SMART acronym stand for when setting development goals?
What is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound?
Receiving guidance, advice, and knowledge from experience.
What is one key benefit of having a professional mentor?
Types of goals that could be part of a development plan
Learning goals (skills/knowledge), experience goals, performance goals, career goals
Join associations, attend events, connect on social media, reach out directly.
Ways to grow your professional network?
Conduct a self-assessment of strengths, interests, and areas for growth.
What's a recommended first step before creating a development plan?
Career mentor, life mentor, leadership mentor, skills mentor
What are different types of mentors?
Development plans should only focus on the next 6 months.
False - they should have short-term goals but a longer-term career outlook
Identify potential mentors, explain goals/reasons, ask if they can mentor.
What is a best practice when initiating a mentoring relationship?