How are your mission, goals, and daily activities connected?

13/10/09 08:30 Filed in: Self-management | Big Picture
Think of an activity you’re doing. Got one in mind? Good.
 
Question: Why are you doing that activity?
 
Tip: You need to be able to answer that question for each activity you’re involved in.
 
What should your answer include?
  • An activity.
  • The goal your activity addresses.
  • How working on your goal helps you accomplish your mission.
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What does an answer look like?
  • I’m updating my curriculum maps for Social Studies 8. I'm doing this because I want my students to experience a coherent curriculum. When my students experience a coherent curriculum, they learn more. And when they learn more, they get equipped to impact the world for Christ.
  • I’m fixing a sticky door hinge so that students can get to their classes on time. When students get to their classes on time, they can learn more. And when they learn more, they get equipped to impact the world for Christ.
Bottom line: Clarify how your mission, goals, and daily activities are connected. Today.