Assignment Information
For this activity, reflect on the principles of emotional intelligence and what utilization of these principles can help you achieve. Then, create a visually engaging infographic addressing personal and professional aspirations, with clear and concise information presented in a creative format. Specifically, in your infographic be sure to:
- Create one SMART goal for your personal life and one for your professional life. Ensure all SMART goals are clearly defined, with measurable criteria and realistic timelines.
- Include at least three visual representations of emotional intelligence principles that you are integrating into both your personal and professional life.
- Reflective analysis should include at least two strengths and two areas for improvement; one for personal development and one for professional development.
- The actionable plan should be comprehensive, outlining specific steps and resources for development.
Note:
To make an infographic, you can use any infographic maker out there. If you are not sure what to choose, we recommend Canva, which is a free tool. Here is a link to Canva as well as a guide to create an infographic:
Canva. (n.d.) How to make an infographic.
Submission Instructions
- Read the rubric on how you are going to be graded before you start to work on this assignment.
- Provide a brief explanation of 250 – 500 words for your infographic (not including the reference list or the title page); double-spaced in Times New Roman font, which is no greater than 12 points in size.
- Support your arguments with sources and evidence.
- Use high-quality, credible, relevant sources to develop ideas appropriate for the discipline and genre of writing.Explore additional details resources JSTOR, LIRN-Library, Google Scholar.
Resources
1. Scarbrough, S. (2023). Psychology of human relations. Open Oregon Educational Resources by Pressbooks. Licensed under CC 4.0
- View the online book.
- Read Chapter 3
This section provides valuable guidance for understanding and harnessing motivation to enhance personal and professional growth. In this chapter, we explore the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The importance of setting clear and achievable objectives to guide behavior and enhance performance is explained and readers learn to identify short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals. Mindset and grit are explained, as well as the importance of both in behavioral change. How to apply the two, especially within the college setting is reviewed,
2. Swann, C., Jackman, P. C., Lawrence, A., Hawkins, R. M., Goddard, S. G., Williamson, O., Ekkekakis, P. (2022). The (over)use of SMART goals for physical activity promotion: A narrative review and critique. Health Psychology Review, 17(2), 211226. ; Licensed under CC 4.0In this article, the authors assess the effectiveness and limitations of SMART goals in motivating individuals to engage in physical activity. They highlight the potential drawbacks of rigid goal-setting frameworks, advocating for a more nuanced and individualized approach to goal setting in promoting physical activity. By questioning the over-reliance on SMART goals, the article offers insights into alternative strategies for promoting sustained engagement in physical activity that prioritize intrinsic motivation and holistic well-being.

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