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Strengths & Weaknesses Assessment 1. Read all strengths (gray
column) and put an X next to the ones you identify with. Then go
back and do the same with the weaknesses (white columns). 2. Circle
any matches: a match is when you chose a strength and its
corresponding weakness (for example, 7. Dynamic, Active and 7.
Anxious, Restless). 3. For the traits that didn’t match, identify
the corresponding strength or weakness. Does that trait describe
you? If so, circle that match as well.
My TOP strengths are: _________________________________,
_________________________________, and
_________________________________.
Adapted from Rendall, D. J. (2015). The Freak Factor: Discovering
Uniqueness by Flaunting Weakness.
X STRENGTH X WEAKNESS X STRENGTH X WEAKNESS
1. Creative, Inventive 1. Messy, Disorganized 27. Influential,
Powerful 27. Controlling, Manipulative
2. Organized, Prepared 2. Firm, Inflexible 28. Obedient, Respectful
28. Weak, Passive
3. Dedicated, Determined 3. Stubborn, Inflexible 29. Motivated,
Ambitious 29. Obsessive, Workaholic
4. Flexible, Easygoing 4. Inconsistent, Unreliable 30. Relaxed,
Easygoing 30. Unmotivated, Lazy
5. Enthusiastic, Passionate 5. Quick-Tempered, Angry 31. Logical,
Balanced 31. Critical, Judgmental
6. Calm, Laid-Back 6. Unfeeling, Emotionless 32. Compassionate,
Kind 32. Pushover, Too Generous
7. Dynamic, Active 7. Anxious, Restless 33. Positive, Encouraging
33. Flattering, Naïve
8. Reflective, Thoughtful 8. Quiet, Shy 34. Realistic, Sensible 34.
Negative, Discouraging
9. Adventurous, Courageous 9. Reckless, Irresponsible 35.
Open-Minded, Accepting 35. Immature, Unexperienced
10. Responsible, Cautious 10. Boring, Uninteresting 36. Certain,
Decisive 36. Opinionated, Unbending
11. Activist, Groundbreaking 11. Rebellious, Disobedient 37.
Extravagant, Elegant 37. Complicated, Difficult
12. Predictable, Traditional 12. Old-Fashioned, Obedient 38.
Simple, Natural 38. Plain, Dull
13. Direct, Honest 13. Blunt, Rude 39. Self-Controlled, Disciplined
39. Harsh, Stiff
14. Polite, Courteous 14. Shallow, Insincere 40. Fun, Entertaining
40. Self-Absorbed, Self-Indulgent
15. Cooperative, Helpful 15. Passive, Submissive 41. Serious,
Mature 41. Humorless, Intense
16. Competitive, Assertive 16. Unfriendly, Aggressive 42. Funny,
Amusing 42. Silly, Immature
17. Academic, Committed 17. Unrealistic, Unreasonable 43. Focused
43. Limited, Narrow
18. Realistic, Practical 18. Negative, Critical 44. Exploring,
Discovering 44. Distractible, Unfocused
19. Independent, Self-Sufficient 19. Isolated, Selfish 45.
Generous, Giving 45. Pushover, Sucker
20. Team Player, Unselfish 20. Dependent, Nosy 46. Pennywise,
Thrifty 46. Stingy, Cheap
21. Objective, Neutral 21. Detached, Insensitive 47. Curious,
Interested 47. Snooping, Nosy
22. Sensitive, Caring 22. Vulnerable, Emotional 48. Comfortable,
Satisfied 48. Uninterested, Indifferent
23. Humble, Modest 23. Shy, Insecure 49. Loyal, Devoted 49.
Robotic, Trusting
24. Confident, Secure 24. Arrogant, Conceited 50. Compliant,
Flexible 50. Disloyal, Nit-Picky
25. Patient, Cautious 25. Slow, Indecisive 51. Detail-Orientated,
Particular 51. Perfectionist, Compulsive
26. Spontaneous, Instinctive 26. Impatient, Impulsive 52. Common,
General 52. Sloppy, Careless
My short-term academic goal is to raise my grade in the following
class:
from a: to a: . My teacher for this class is:
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Example Goal Evaluator Short-Term Goal
On the next page, you will complete a “Goal Evaluator” to map out
how you will achieve your short-term goal. Be sure that you
customize your goal to fit your situation. Below is a sample of how
to complete the goal evaluator.
Example Short-Term Goal What Are Detailed Action Steps? Specific
short-term educational/career goal: To have zero tardies in my
first-hour class.
Why did you choose the goal above? Because my tardiness is
negatively affecting my grade.
The “action” steps I will take are:
1. Share my goal with my teacher and ask for advice.
2. Organize my clothes, book bag, and set my alarm clock in the
evening. Go to bed at 10:30 p.m.
3. To avoid being late, set my alarm clock ahead. Start a good
habit of leaving 5-10 minutes earlier.
4. Ask my mom to call me in the morning from work to help me stay
on time.
5. When I get to school, go directly to class and do not socialize.
Arrive in class at least one minute before the final bell
rings.
6. Ask my instructor how my progress is going and for suggestions
on how to improve my grade.
I will successfully complete this goal on: November 1st
1. Do better.
2. Study harder.
5. Bring book home.
6. Apply to college.
7. Improve learning habits .
8. Go to bed earlier.
1. Do better by turning in ALL homework, asking questions when I am
not sure, and asking for extra credit.
2. Study harder by studying for an hour right after school in the
kitchen with the radio and TV turned off.
3. Be more organized by using my daily planner.
4. Turn in all homework by writing all assignments in my planner
and taking home all of my required materials.
5. Remember to bring my book home. Take a few minutes at the end of
the day to review my planner and pack my book bag without
distractions and socializing.
6. Talk to my counselor about applying to colleges that would best
fit my career choices, visiting colleges, attending seminars at
school, taking the ACT, and getting applications.
7. Improve learning habits by using flash cards, creating a study
group that will quiz each other, and studying my vocabulary words
15 minutes before I go to sleep.
8. Go to bed no later than 10:30 p.m. each night. I will do this by
limiting my evening social activities and completing all of my
homework no later than 9:30 p.m.
Not Acceptable:
Acceptable:
After you finalize your goal on the next page, fill in this section
to have a copy in your book.
Tear this page out and take it home so you can remember each of
your steps.
By , my goal is to raise my grade in the following class:
from a: to a: OR My educational goal is:
TIMELINE FOR STEPS
Short-Term Academic Goal Evaluator
Weekly Check-in: once you have completed each action step, make a
check in the “Completed” box.
THE ACTION STEPS I WILL TAKE TO ACHIEVE MY GOAL ARE
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
List three HABITS you have that might stop you from accomplishing
this goal.
1. 2. 3.
(Date Due)
My Vision Board Think about what you want your life to look like in
ten years. Design each section to be what you want for your future:
education, career, family and friends, fun, where you will live,
and other personal goals. Then, create a written vision statement
for the education and career you want to have.
Education Career
Where I Live Personal - Health, Fitness, Spirituality, Personal
Mantra, Culture, Finance, Etc.
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Career Scavenger Hunt Research and professional support can help
you make the best career choice. Below, with your mentor’s support,
use your Career Cruising results (www.careercruising.com) to
research your top two careers or military choice. Once you complete
your research, choose one career and share your research with your
group. HINT: Start under assessments, then select matchmaker. For
military, start under careers, then select military careers.
Career Interests Career 1: Career 2: Military: Military Job Family
1: Military Job Family 2:
What is the earnings range?
List two careers that interest you in this job family.
1.
2.
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3. What personal attributes and abilities are needed for this
career? List two.
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What personal attributes and abilities are needed for this career?
List two.
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What type of education after high school or degree level is needed
for this career?
Which Military Branch(es) offer service opportunity for your career
interest? List the website and phone number.
How many years will it take to reach that degree level?
List one civilian career you would pursue after your military
service.
Read the job description for this career. List one thing you might
find difficult to enjoy about this career.
List one thing you would find difficult to enjoy about being in the
military.
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CAREER #1
Career Name _________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
YES NO
Will I be able to use my strengths, talents, and passions in this
career?
YES NO
Career Fit First, list your top three Strengths from page 3. Then
look at your Career Scavenger Hunt on page 13 and write your top
two career choices below. Determine the benefits of that career vs.
the sacrifices to get that career. Career #3 is there if the first
two aren’t worth it to you.
My Top 3 STRENGTHS: _________________________________
_________________________________
_________________________________
CAREER #3
Career Name _________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
YES NO
Will I be able to use my strengths, talents, and passions in this
career?
YES NO
CAREER #2
Career Name _________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________
YES NO
Will I be able to use my strengths, talents, and passions in this
career?
YES NO
