SMART Goals, Theories, and Skills for the Semester

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Part 1: Goals
The first SMART goal that I created at the onset of the semester included graduating with better grades by attending all the classes, strictly adhering to provided instructions, and effectively managing time. I focused on learning critical time management skills since I had a significant problem in the area. I successfully reached the goal since I dedicated my energy to learning new skills in a class, effective consultation, timely completing my assignment, and attending the class sessions in time. I also embarked on the constant engagement of my colleagues to understand different concepts. I need continuous collaboration with the instructor and my peers to keep working on the goal. The aspect I would change is constant research and development. The second goal was effective communication. I had a communication target to improve my connection with other colleagues and peers. I successfully reached the goal by improving my communication skills such as effective listening, straight-talking, emotional control, and stress management. The aspect I would change to continue achieving the goal is improving the communication response rate and diversifying communication delivery. Lastly, the new goal related to organizational behavior that I would like to achieve is learning interpersonal skills. It is specific since it involves connecting with the members of the organization and measurable since it is easy to quantify new interpersonal skills. The goal is achievable and realistic since it consists in learning engaging other employees in the organization. Lastly, I will focus on time management to achieve the goal.
Part 2: Theory
The most critical theory that was the most aspiring during the semester is the Garbage Can theory. The garbage can is a theory that identifies an organization as a framework for problem-solving through different choices and providing effective solutions which would lead to organizational growth (Cohen et al., 2012). The theory also notes that choice opportunities, participants, answers, and problems flow out and into the organization. I chose the idea since it focuses on eliminating any possible organizational issues. Decision-making is vital for any organization's success since it describes contingent solutions to corporate problems. Therefore, I chose the theory to improve my decision-making skills. The approach will also allow me to apply the skills gained on problem-solving and decision-making to real-life applications such as contingent planning.
Part 3: Future Skills
Due to the constant changes in contemporary organizations, different professional skills will be necessary to remain relevant in the healthcare job as a physician. The skills include a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills to accommo...