What are hard and soft skills?
These two types of skills are key to investing in yourself
What is opportunity cost?
This is the term for the next best alternative you give up when making a choice.
What is specific
Dreams become actionable when they are this
What is an action plan
This document links dreams to reality by outlining steps, timelines, and resources
What is integrity?
This trait means doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
What is continuous learning?
This ongoing process helps you stay competitive when investing in your growth.
What is one (the next best)
Unlike trade-offs, opportunity cost only refers to this many alternatives.
What is SMART
This 5-letter acronym helps convert dreams to achievable goals
What is the Eisenhower Matrix
This matrix helps prioritize tasks by urgency and importance.
What is responsibility?
This character strength involves being reliable and keeping your promises.
What are personal or career goals?
You should ensure your self-investments align with these to avoid wasting resources.
What are hidden opportunity costs
These types of opportunity costs aren’t obvious, like time spent scrolling instead of learning
This mindset is key to achieving dreams
What is a growth mindset
What are resources
Listing these (like money, tools, or mentors) early avoids delays in your action plan
What is empathy
Treating others with respect and kindness is an example of this character trait
What is the opportunity cost of inaction?
This "cost" occurs when you choose not to invest in your skills or growth.
What is prioritizing
A decision-making framework for opportunity costs involves listing alternatives, calculating costs, and this third step
What is discouragement
Splitting large dreams into small steps helps avoid this feeling of being overwhelmed
What are milestones
Small, celebratory checkpoints in an action plan are called this.
What is resilience?
This trait helps you bounce back from failures, a key part of strong character.
What is networking?
Building professional relationships is this type of non-monetary self-investment.
What is lost time with family
Accepting a high-paying but time-consuming job might have this opportunity cost related to family.
What is visualizing success
Regularly imagining your dream coming true is called this motivational technique
What is flexibility
This quality of action plans lets you adjust for obstacles
What is credibility?
Strong character builds this, which is essential for trust in relationships and careers.