“Career Action Plan”

Street for a Better Future

Name: Sahil Singla

Student ID: C0694432
Course Code: CPP 1001
Date Submitted: June 28th, 2017
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Career Objective/ Goals.…………………………………………………………………....1

2. Smart Goals………………………………………………………………………………...2

3. Pert Chart…………………………………………………………………………………...3

4. Goal 1 ( Achieving GPA)…………………………………………………………………..4

5. Goal 2(Updating Resumes and Cover letters)……………………………………………...5

6. Goal 3( Networking and Social presence)………………………………………………….6

7. Steps towards Final Goal…………………………………………………………………...7

8. Implementation and Follow-up……………………………………………………………..8

9. References…………………………………………………………………………………..9
 CHAPTER 1

CAREER OBJECTIVE/GOAL:

 “I want to be a network administrator in an esteemed Telecomm Network Company

Rogers, so that I can prove my worth and implement my past job experiences practically

on the different platform. I will do this by working on my GPA, my networking skills (as

it not important how many you know, it is important whom you know), adopting and

inculcating all those technical requirements which a person requires to get a co-op as

network administrator.

 “I value work satisfaction, leadership qualities and team work because according to me

these are my reflections which projects my working values and ethics, are core values

which an employer looks in a person for any job/co-op. Accordingly, I will leave no

stones unturned to attain all these values, I will participate in all school activities and

volunteer tasks as well, will lead the team which will prove work satisfaction and good

team work by the success of project and by getting team reviews.

 “I want to live each day with work satisfaction, happy family life, friends, so that life is a

thing to be enjoyed and not enforcement on me to live on, moreover to enjoy all the

beauties of nature. I will do this by searching for the job/ co-op that gives me work

satisfaction and not running behind money, which will in turn lead to work satisfaction

and proper time for family leading to happiness in family.

 CHAPTER 2

SMART GOALS

Figure 1: (Smallwood, 2016)

S-Specific, this is the what, where, how when and with whom part of the goal.

For example: I want JOB.

M-Measurable, break down the goal into things you can measure.

For example: I will JOB in July.

A-Attainable: Is the goal attainable? Will you actually be able to accomplish this goal by the date

you have set?

For example: It’s June and you have never applied anywhere.

R-Relevant, is the goal relevant to you? Do you like that JOB or doing it for money?

T-Timely.

For example: I will apply for various jobs each week.

 GOAL 1

(ACHIEVING GPA)

Everything we do have some, steps involved in it to achieve that goal, and as per my opinion

whatsoever come in my way to achieve my goals become important to me.

• Maintaing high grades by doing hard work in all subjects, espacially in MORE
CREDIT SUBJECTS.
A
(SMART GOAL)

• As per Lambton College policy , iIhave to maintain my GPA to enter into the race
for co-op .aggregate of term 1 and term 2 will be calculated for my eligibility.
B • So, I have ONLY 2TERMS TO DO IT.
(TIME
ORIENTED)

• Yes, achieving this gpa is result oriented, because it will lead me to my dream job.
C
(REASONABLE/
RESULT
ORIENTED)
 GOAL 2

(UPDATING RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS)

Candidate is always recognized by their resumes and cover letters. As, taught in class resumes

create an individual’s presence and is a marketing document to sell one’s abilities.

• At first, I have to design my resume and cover letter as per job demand,and i know
cover letter changes job to job.
A • Update resumes regularly.
(SMART GOAL)

• I have to apply to atleast 35 new jobs in 1 month with updated resumes and
B cover letters.
(TIME
ORIENTED)

• Having a time goal, doesn't do any thing, one should have a proper track record
to maintain that time or speed.
• Maintain a track sheet for your success.
C
(MEASURABLE)
 GOAL 3

(NETWORKING/SOCIAL PRESENCE)

Apart from all these things mentioned above, I think networking also plays a vital role in my

success. As, taught in our workplace diversity class 80% of jobs are not open to all in Canada.

So, we need to build more networks to know about those hidden jobs.

• I will attend more and more networking events and meet people to build more
network connections.
• I will excahnge my email-id's with maximum people and try to communicate with
A them.
(SMART GOAL) • I will find the names of Hiring Managers of companies i would be looking for.

• I will attend minimum of 4 networking events in 1 month.

• I will attend minimum 1 out of 4 networking events that belong entirely to my IT
B field, so that I get more knowledge about technological advancements
(TIME • I will try to find co-op by end of term 3.
ORIENTED)

• Everything is attainable, if done with proper information.

• I will attain proper information and record them to meet my goals.
C
(ATTAINABLE)
 STEPS TOWARDS FINAL GOAL

My final aim is to be a Wireless Network Administrator in a renowned company named Rogers,

and I think the parameters which I had explained above will help me getting into the company.

• I will try to make more recomendations (teachers and other people whom I meet
in networking).
A
(SMART GOAL)

• My efforts and best work in Coop will turn fruitful.

B • Coop in my field will proove good relevance towards my job.
(RESULT
ORIENTED)

• I will do best in my co-op to secure my full time job.

C
(MEASURABLE)
 IMPLEMENTATION/FOLLOW UP

I think there should always be someone to motivate you externally to achieve your aim.

I………………., student of Wireless Networking, studying at Lambton College, Mississauga give

responsibility to __________________, to regularly follow-up with my tasks so that I achieve

my goals.

I ______________, takes responsibility for Sahil Singla that I will regularly keep track record for

his work so that he is successful in getting his job.

 REFERENCES

[1] Adrianna Smallwood, (January 12, 2016). New Year New Goals!

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