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12 Steps to
Achieving Outcomes
by Jack H.
Shrawder, Executive Director,
Teaching For
Success, Faculty Success Center
From the
TFS Adjunct e-Mentor Program:
Clarity, Confidence, and Capability
12 Steps to
Consistently Reaching
Outcomes in Teaching and Learning
- Clearly define the outcome; then,
imagine the moment you reach it; how will you feel?
- Commit to its attainment despite
setbacks and discouraging moments--a "persistence mindset"
is absolutely essential for reaching outcomes.
- Set a deadline for its achievement, but
remember deadlines are estimates; if you run over, extend it and go
on; skip flogging yourself.
- Clearly know why you have decided to
achieving this outcome; write it clearly and concisely.
- By looking backwards from the completed
outcome, create a plan detailing the exact steps that you will take
from day one to completion.
- Sketch or chart your overall strategy;
get the picture.
- Expect troubles, problems, and
setbacks; make adjustments to your plan and continue on.
- Make a list of possible problems; then,
brainstorm a list of best solutions should you encounter them.
- Decide which actions will move you
furthest and fastest toward the outcome; make the accomplishment of
these steps a priority.
- Plan how you can acquire the necessary
resources you'll need, and indicate whose help you will require.
- To build momentum, complete at least one
task or part one task every work session; small steps rather than
giant leaps.
- Study after study finds that to
consistently achieve challenging outcomes you must take at least one
day off a week from work; get some rest and add fun.
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