Out of all of the standard job interview questions, one that is among my least favorite is, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” I understand that potential employers are looking for a goal-oriented person who is driven to progress in their career, but my knee-jerk response to this question is always, “I don’t even … Read more
Goals can motivate you to stand out and become the best accountant you can be. Using a SMART goal framework, you’ll have measurable objectives that systematically help you increase your chances of achieving them. For any goal for career enhancement, SMART goals can help get you there. Read on for eleven accounting smart goals examples … Read more
Maintenance workers face many challenges on the job, including, but not limited to, finding a steady position, dealing with unplanned and unscheduled maintenance, and being familiar with various aspects of care, budget issues, and time constraints. SMART is a goal-setting methodology that tells you how to set goals for the highest chance of success. This … Read more
Twas’ the night before exams and all through the dorms… ill-prepared students were filing add/drop forms. On the other side of town, an ad executive grows weary… as his career defining pitch is still merely a query. People like these have turned overthinking into an artform. They are victims of analysis paralysis and, as such, … Read more
If you are considering dropping out of college and you share your thoughts with others, you’ll find that the responses or reactions can be grouped into three: those who sit on the fence those who will support your decision to drop out and do what makes you happy and those who firmly believe you need … Read more
Being an artist or a creative person allows you a great deal of freedom in your daily life. It’s a great way to make a living while also being able to enjoy your time and portray your skills to the world. This is however not to say that creatives and artistic people don’t face certain … Read more
HR professionals regularly face new challenges that require them to effectively find solutions while staying within the ethical framework. This demands constant learning. And like any professional, most entry- and mid-level HR employees would like to advance their career to senior or specialized positions. Smart goals for HR professionals can help you achieve your main … Read more
An event coordinator has many responsibilities that pose specific challenges, including hiring the correct number of staff, maintaining a budget, networking, dealing with the weather, not having experience, not being organized, etc. However, the SMART methodology enables you to set goals that can help overcome these challenges. This article looks at 11 examples of SMART … Read more
For most people who like their jobs, advancing their careers is something they strive for. Unfortunately, too many people think waiting around for someone to notice their potential is enough… and, thus, end up disappointed and feeling unappreciated when it doesn’t happen. You need to actively work at making things happen. You need to set … Read more
If you’re struggling to communicate with employees effectively, your problems might stem from a lack of precise goals rather than insufficient soft skills. One of the best ways to create a good baseline for a project is to use SMART goals. Project management relies on proper planning to get the project underway, and it’s those … Read more