After we returned from winter break, much of our focus
shifted to our original work. I already
had a proposal for my original work planned out, and this week I began to work
towards implementing my plan. I have
also continued to work towards finding a mentor by following up with the
professional I have been communicating with. In addition, I completed another
assessment that allowed me to reflect on my experiences in my research
interviews, and the information I gained.
In class, we took time to refocus ourselves by setting SMART
goals. These goals that we created for ourselves had to be Specific (something
we could definitely work towards instead of just a vague idea), Measurable (so
that we have a way to assess our progress), Attainable (goals that we can
reasonably accomplish), Realistic (not outrageous or impossible), and Timely
(giving ourselves a time frame to accomplish the goal within). We set multiple
goals for the short term, mid term, and long term. These goals were designed not only to guide
us in our ISM journey, but throughout our lives as well. While the goals were a
useful tool for the class, the emphasis was on setting goals for ourselves to
help us accomplish what we want to in life, not only this school year.
