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is it weird for your goal to just be enjoying your work and having pride in the work that you do? I feel like this would be the first thing I would look for in a job and I cant tell if its too short to be a goal or too vague. #job
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Doc’s Answer
GREAT Question Doug
Long term goals say a lot about who you are, where you’re going, and what your values are. They are the big dreams that give your life direction and purpose. Long term goals are the things you want to achieve further into the future, often on a timescale of months or years. Long term goals require a good deal of time and daily planning in order to ultimately reach them. They often require multiple steps, involving the completion of other, short term goals along the way. For eaxample your long term goal:
GET YOUR DREAM JOB
In a society that over glorifies goals and life purposes, sometimes we forget that at the end of it all, what we are seeking is happiness. Our end goal is to enjoy life. When you decided to do something, make sure it is something that you really want to do. Don’t do it because someone told you to. Don’t do it to fulfil other people’s expectations. Do it for your own happiness. We are constantly being judged by other people, no matter what we do. So why do we care? Don’t compare yourself with other people, and don’t live for them. It’s okay to stay where you are. As long as you’re happy with it, you don’t need a north star. Just do things that you enjoy Doug.
Your happiness is your call, after all it’s your life.
Long term goals say a lot about who you are, where you’re going, and what your values are. They are the big dreams that give your life direction and purpose. Long term goals are the things you want to achieve further into the future, often on a timescale of months or years. Long term goals require a good deal of time and daily planning in order to ultimately reach them. They often require multiple steps, involving the completion of other, short term goals along the way. For eaxample your long term goal:
GET YOUR DREAM JOB
In a society that over glorifies goals and life purposes, sometimes we forget that at the end of it all, what we are seeking is happiness. Our end goal is to enjoy life. When you decided to do something, make sure it is something that you really want to do. Don’t do it because someone told you to. Don’t do it to fulfil other people’s expectations. Do it for your own happiness. We are constantly being judged by other people, no matter what we do. So why do we care? Don’t compare yourself with other people, and don’t live for them. It’s okay to stay where you are. As long as you’re happy with it, you don’t need a north star. Just do things that you enjoy Doug.
Your happiness is your call, after all it’s your life.
Well-said John! If only it were easy to tune out the "chatter" and stay true to ourselves!
Kim Igleheart
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Sydney’s Answer
Hey Dong,
Great question! A goal can never be weird as long as its important to you.
There is a process to better track how well you are preforming against your goal and reap the best satisfaction. It is denoted by the the acronym SMART.
-Specific
-Measurable
-Attainable
-Relevant
-Time based
These are attributes you want to define in your goal setting process.
I would start by redefining (not changing) your goal so others can better conceptualize your intention and how to help you.
Good Luck Dong
What makes work enjoyable to you? What do you need to feel prideful about your work
How can we measure your happiness? Is it by the hours you work, the projects you complete, or simplistically how many days in the month you log off work with a smile?
Is your goal realistic based on the line of work you are in?
Is your goal relevant to your line of work ?
When do you expect to accomplish this goal?
Great question! A goal can never be weird as long as its important to you.
There is a process to better track how well you are preforming against your goal and reap the best satisfaction. It is denoted by the the acronym SMART.
-Specific
-Measurable
-Attainable
-Relevant
-Time based
These are attributes you want to define in your goal setting process.
I would start by redefining (not changing) your goal so others can better conceptualize your intention and how to help you.
Good Luck Dong
Sydney recommends the following next steps:
Hi Sydney! Welcome to the group!
Kim Igleheart
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Brooke’s Answer
For goal setting, I would create something that is measurable so that you can track if you are on target to hit that goal. If you are looking to set a goal, specifically for finding a job, I would look in industries that are of interest for you and the type of work you enjoy. Set a goal to Look at X companies, and apply for X jobs. Then you can measure your progress. Once you land a job, understand the key performance indicators (KPI's) that way you can measure your success along the way. And then at the end of the day, once you do all that, hopefully you are at a Company and job that aligns with your interests and you enjoy the role and company culture!
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Marica’s Answer
Great question! Personally, I don't think there is anything wrong with having a goal to just enjoy your job!! I look at your question more as a personal accomplishment to finding a great place to work. Pride will come with a job you believe in and are passionate about. Getting up everyday and going to a job you love is key. You can focus on your interests and you will find a company that aligns with those interests.