Canny tip #7: Personal & Academic Development

Canny tip #7: Personal & Academic Development

Posted on 07. Oct, 2009 by in Articles, Canny Tips

A series of eight tips produced by The University of Warwick, are offered as quick reference guides to the simple application of general best practice techniques. Whilst originally developed for students, they could be used by anyone.

Assess your experience!

  • What attributes, skills and qualifications do you have?
  • What are your ‘unique selling points’ and strengths?
  • What are your weaknesses; how do you compensate?

Examine your successes and setbacks!

  • Think of a recent success or setback: what happened?
  • How did it happen?
  • What will you do about it now, and in the future?

Do a current SWOT analysis!

  • What are your current Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats?
  • What is your objective?
  • What are your long-term goals?

Make a plan!

  • What is your aim?
  • What things do you need to do to achieve your aim?
  • How long will each one take?

Keep Going!

  • Review regularly
  • Explore options
  • TAKE ACTION!

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