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Originally Posted by nitelight198073
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For the setting goals section -- Five years ago, my husband, child, and I were living with my parents. Since my husband was the only one in our little family bringing in money, I decided I had to better myself and eventually get a job, but I knew I also needed to be home with our little son. I would enroll for classes at CTU online. It would give me the opportunity that a traditional college did not, to learn and, at the same time, to be at home for my family. I was worried at first that I would not be able to get back into a school mentality. Other things that worried me were that I am not smart enough, that I would suffer from another stroke, and that I might lose the support of my extended family. I knew, for my vision to become a reality, I needed to first finish my degree, to get a decent-paying job, and to move our little family out of my parents house. To accomplish this, I realized I would have to work diligently. In order not to worry about child care when I got a job, I would somehow work from home until my son went to school full time. My husband's check would pay all the bills, so I would save up my money for a house and to pursue a Bachelor's degree. I would need to make sure only necessary money is spent for our everyday needs and then save the rest. |
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We need to stick this section somewhere (it's more about accomplishing your goals) -- Once I started taking courses, I was able to get great grades. My family and friends supported me by watching my son while I studied or when I had to finish an important assignment. Some of them worried that I would get stressed out or that I would't have enough time for my family. I soon proved them wrong by handling all my responsibilities with no problem. |
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Step 5 - Gathering Support Examine each of the goals you listed in Step 3 (Goal Setting). Think creatively about how your family, friends, colleagues, and other individuals might help you accomplish each goal. Discuss possible support and strategies that will help you reach each goal. For example, if childcare is a concern, list individuals who might be able to assist in watching your children. Can you count on them during certain times in exchange for you helping them at others? Can you work out a schedule with your partner, relatives, neighbors, etc. so that your children are cared for while you are able to attend class or have study time? Step 6 – Rewarding Yourself It is important to give yourself credit for your hard work. Come up with a system to reward yourself for successful progress toward achieving your short-term and long-term goals. Be specific; it is okay to have different rewards for different goals. Step 7 - Finalizing Your Plan Look at the goals and support options you discussed in Steps 3 and 5. Indicate and explain which goals and support you will pursue at this time. This is a good time to talk with your family and others with whom you live and work. Be certain to be clear about your needs. Going back to school will change your routine and your relationships. This does not have to be a negative change. Time spent in planning now can help you to avoid roadblocks to your future success. It is important to periodically review and revise your plan throughout your degree program. You can use it as a handy reference when needed. Discuss when you plan on reviewing your Personal Action Plan. When you have completed these steps, write a final paragraph that summarizes your thoughts and concludes your plan. |
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What about putting it under Support by changing the verb tense (and I added another paragraph that seems to fit)? Once I start taking courses, I want to be able to get great grades. The people in my support system will play an important part in my getting tasks done on time and in my setting aside time to study. My husband, who is my rock, will watch Matthew while I attend the live chats and finish up assignments. Robin, Matthew's godmother, will take him now and then for a night, so I have time to myself to unwind. My mom will play with Matthew during the daytime, so I will be able to take a much-needed nap. My family and friends will support me by watching my son while I study or when I have to finish an important assignment. Some of them will worry that I will get stressed out or that I won't have enough time for my family. I know I will be able to, with their love and support, handle all my responsibilities with no problem. If I did not have family and friends to help, I know I would not be able to achieve my goals. |
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Let's review how we're doing -- Step 1 - The Need or Desire for Change (P1DB) Step 2 - Your Vision (P2IP) Step 3 - Goal Setting (P2DB2) Step 4 - Technology Plan (P2DB2) Step 5 - Gathering Support Step 6 – Rewarding Yourself Step 7 - Finalizing Your Plan |
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Personal Action Plan Step 1 – The Need or Desire for Change (Introduction) 1) Begin by discussing the reasons you are seeking your degree from CTU. 2) To help you with your discussion, refer back to your entrance essay and think about the following questions: a) What is happening that makes a degree desirable or necessary? b) Why did you choose CTU? c) Why are you choosing to return to school now? Step 2 – Your Vision 1) Think about what you'd like your life to look like 5 years from now, personally and professionally. 2) Describe this scenario by using what you wrote in your PowerPoint presentation from the Phase 2 IP. Imagine it is 5 years from now and that the “Future You” is talking to the “Present You”. a) You might want to use an opening sentence like “Five years have passed since I started my degree program... ” or something that indicates that you are looking ahead and writing how you plan for your life to be five years from now. b) Describe what your life consists of and how it is different by addressing the following questions: I) What were you doing 5 years ago? (e.g. you were beginning your degree program, etc.) ii) Describe your life (e.g. family situation, where you are living, etc.) iii) What are you doing? (e.g. your career, pursuing another degree, etc.) iv) What are your accomplishments? v) How do you feel about the past five years? vi) What have been the reactions of your family and friends? vii) Identify three possible beliefs or thoughts that you hold about yourself that may be limiting you from reaching your full potential. Step 3 – Goal Setting 1) Discuss the goals that need to be accomplished in order for your vision to become a reality. 2) Your discussion should include long-term goals (e.g. finish my degree) and more immediate concerns/short-term goals (e.g. childcare while I attend class). 3) Try to be specific and discuss everything for which you need to plan 4) Be sure to include strategies that will assist you to reach these goals Step 4 – Technology Plan In this program you will be required to complete all of your tasks using your computer. When technological errors/issues occur, you need a plan for how you will get your work done and your tasks turned in by the due dates. How will you gather support at these times? 1) Write about all of your potential technology challenges. a) For example, losing your tasks you thought you had saved. 2) Discuss how you will overcome these technology challenges. a) For example, backing everything up on an external hard drive. Step 5 – Gathering Support Examine each of the goals you listed in Step 3 (Goal Setting). Think creatively about how your family, friends, colleagues, and other individuals might help you accomplish each goal. Discuss possible support and strategies that will help you reach each goal. For example, if childcare is a concern, list individuals who might be able to assist in watching your children. Can you count on them during certain times in exchange for you helping them at others? Can you work out a schedule with your partner, relatives, neighbors, etc. so that your children are cared for while you are able to attend class or have study time? Step 6 – Rewarding Yourself It is important to give yourself credit for your hard work. Come up with a system to reward yourself for successful progress toward achieving your short-term and long-term goals. Be specific; it is okay to have different rewards for different goals. Step 7 – Finalizing Your Plan Look at the goals and support options you discussed in Steps 3 and 5. 1) Indicate and explain which goals and support you will pursue at this time. This is a good time to talk with your family and others with whom you live and work. Be certain to be clear about your needs. -Going back to school will change your routine and your relationships. This does not have to be negative change. Time spent in planning now can help you to avoid roadblocks to your future success. 2) It is important to periodically review and revise your plan throughout your degree program. You can use it as a handy reference when needed. a) Discuss when you plan on reviewing your Personal Action Plan. Conclusion – Write a final paragraph that summarizes your thoughts and concludes your plan. |
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