Setting Goals
What is a goal?
definition: an idea of the future or desired result that a person or a group of people envisions, plans and commits to achieve
Name a profession in which a person needs to take notes.
Teacher, doctor, nurse, lawyer, architect, builder, waitress
Name 1 reason to think about careers while still in middle school.
To plan for the future, to start taking classes that interest you now, to start researching careers now, to find what you do/don't like,
What is a dendrite?
Part of the nerve cell that receives electrochemical messages.
What do you call a plan for spending money?
Budget
Attendance, on time, prepared for class, write down homework, finish homework, ask for help, participate in class, stick with it, check my bag before leaving school, bring everything home, study time/place, get extra help, ask a friend or adult
List 2 possible solutions for the following problem: "I can't study at home because there's no place that's quiet."
Study at school during soar or seminar, create a quiet place in your room or away from others, go to a friend/family member's house to study, put on headphones, etc.
Name 2 things to consider when choosing a career.
Interests, pay, hours, school required, other licenses required, abilities
What does "use it or lose it" mean?
If you don't practice or use a skill, theres a chance that it will slowly go away.
When you make a budget, it's important to be able to tell the difference between needs and _________.
wants
Name one thing to do when setting a goal to make sure you reach it.
Write it down, set realistic goals, plan for roadblocks, check in to see how far you've come, keep yourself accountable, tell someone else
Describe 2 healthy ways to reduce stress.
Getting enough sleep, exercise of any kind, talking to someone, relaxation techniques, breathing, doing something fun that you enjoy
What is an Interest Inventory?
A tool for helping you figure out what you’re interested in; it often consists of a series of questions or choices.
Which is better, to be "smart" or "persistent"? Explain.
Persistent. If you're smart, but don't do anything with it, it doesn't mean anything. But if you're persistent, you can get smarter and use your knowledge.
Describe one way making a budget can help you.
Plan your spending, not overspend, give yourself boundaries for your spending, prioritize needs, see where you are currently spending money
Why is it important to make a plan for achieving a goal?
You need to know the steps to achieve your goal. A plan will keep you on track day to day. If you fall behind, a plan will help you catch up.
What's the first thing you should do when planning your day? (Hint: LPET)
Make a list of things that need to get done.
Earnings at the beginning of your career aka the bottom level of work that you can work up from
Describe one thing you can do to grow your intelligence.
Practice, read, research, write...
Transportation is one spending category in a budget. Name another.
Clothes, food, rent, entertainment, household goods, medical, cable/internet, utilities
Name a 2nd thing to do when setting a goal to make sure that you reach it.
Set a reward for when you accomplish your goal, tell someone else, make a calendar or chart to post, etc.
Whats the 2nd thing you should do when planning your day?
Prioritize your tasks, determine what has to be done first or at certain times.
Name 2 advantages of getting more education after high school.
Higher pay, easier to get a job you want, find jobs that interest you, have more knowledge or more skills
Give scientific evidence that it's possible to grow your intelligence.
The brain lights up in an MRI. The part of the brain that is affected actually grows.
Describe one method advertisers try to convince you to buy something.
bandwagon, celebrity testimonial, be like me, heartstrings