Goal Setting Basics
This type of goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
What is a SMART goal?
This document highlights your work experience, skills, and education.
What is a résumé?
Being on time shows this important employability skill.
What is reliability?
A short introduction where you explain who you are and what you do is called this type of “speech.”
What is an elevator pitch?
Speaking up about what you need to succeed is known as this.
What is self-advocacy?
Writing goals down helps improve this—your ability to stay with your plan.
What is motivation OR commitment?
The online platform where many people search for jobs and connect with employers.
What is LinkedIn?
Some people learn best by watching, listening, or doing. These are known as ___.
What are learning styles?
Before an interview, it helps to research this: the company’s mission, values, and the job role itself.
What is the employer OR the company?
Tools or changes that help a person do their job, such as a schedule adjustment or assistive technology.
What are accommodations?
This word describes breaking a big goal into smaller steps so it’s easier to reach.
What is chunking OR breaking it down?
Following up after submitting a job application shows this positive trait.
What is initiative?
This skill helps you stay calm and handle challenges without giving up.
What is resilience OR coping skills?
Shaking hands, smiling, and greeting the interviewer politely creates a positive one of these.
What is a first impression?
Knowing when to ask for help shows this maturity skill.
What is responsibility OR independence?
The first step of goal setting: understanding what you want by doing this kind of reflection.
What is self-reflection?
Keeping a list of jobs you applied for helps you stay this.
What is organized?
Knowing your strengths and challenges is part of this type of awareness.
What is self-awareness?
When an interviewer asks, “What is your biggest strength?” they want to hear this type of example.
What is a real-life example OR a specific story?
You might tell an employer you prefer written instructions rather than verbal ones. This is an example of saying your ___.
What are needs OR preferences?
A long-term goal might take a year or more. This is a short-term goal that supports it.
What is a stepping-stone goal?
Customizing your résumé and cover letter for each job helps you stand out because employers like this.
What is relevance OR a good match?
This type of communication includes eye contact, body language, and facial expressions.
What is non-verbal communication?
This law protects people with disabilities during job interviews and at work.
What is the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)?
This written document explains the supports or adjustments an employee may need at work, such as assistive technology, schedule changes, or communication accommodations.
What is an accommodations request OR workplace accommodation plan?