Tuesday, November 10, 2009

#6 Understand Your Goals and Priorities

Most people who have drafted a resume know and understand the role of stating an "Objective" on a resume. An objective is the end result of what you'd like to see happen. Most people have the ability to state an objective.

On the other hand, many people grow confused as to the difference between objectives and goals.

Athletes will often establish the objective of winning their event. In training, they will set a steady pace of progressive goals. Goals that build one upon the other until a person arrives at his or her objective.

Understand your goals. Don't make the mistake of assuming that one job is the wrong job as it won't bring you to the place of your objective. the question to ask yourself is, "Will this job help me achieve a goal while enroute to my objective?"

Priorities pertain to the order of importance placed upon your goals.

When stating an objective in your job search, it's equally important that you can identify and understand your goals and priorities.




For more on this subject matter, we recommend you read Arthur B. Rosenberg's book, "101 Ways To Stand Out At Work."