I use sequence as needed. I usually tend to think about a situation before I decide which pattern to use. I evaluate the task and base my pattern on what needs to be done. I am able to use sequence comfortably enough but I do not usually organize or plan things out unless I need to. When using sequence I really have to sit down and think about what it is I am being asked to do, and then plan the best course of action. I take my time and try to make sure I am staying on task and following steps to complete the task successfully. Using sequence can be somewhat frustrating for me because I don’t always like sticking to a plan I prefer to just do whatever works for me, but there are situations I have learned from experience that do require some degree of planning. Going back to the example I used during this week’s discussion, I plan things like when my husband and I move from base to base. I plan this because there are a lot of steps and details that can and will get over looked if we don’t take the time to figure everything out beforehand. I learned from our first move that we need to do this in order to be successful and not have last minute issues arise, such as us being unable to ship my vehicle due to specific restrictions from our financing company. We weren’t given any information before hand and didn’t find this out until it was too late for us to be able to do anything about it. This is what taught me to research all the information and have my husband ask things in
Examine the current situation, in measurable terms, to discover or identify the discrepancy (this could be a problem, issue or opportunity).
Sequence: When I use sequential pattern on a use first basis I feel most comfortable, knowing that if I follow everything step-by-step makes completing assignments from beginning to end without interruption go smoother. Using sequential pattern in my household makes things easier,
It also forms part of good business ethics and is good practice to keep people up to date at all times when things change or need to be changed. Failing to do so can result in other peoples work plans being out of sync.
Students will listen to a simple story (such as The Three Little Pigs or Goldilocks and the Three Bears), and then will re-enact that story using puppets to reflect the timeline of events and characters of the story. Sequencing also develops listening, observation, and memory skills, which are necessary for all areas of learning. “Sequencing is an important part of problem solving across subjects” (Reading Rockets).
Additionally, creating a plan allows the clients to become more motivated to successfully accomplish each step with their own determination (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). For several of us creating a plan can be simple to do, but executing each step is might be the toughest but there is a solution which is that of the next step which is action (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). The action step can be simple or difficult since is it all depends on the individualized action (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). For clients the best way for them to execute each step of their plan is to commit to action which could be for them to not over deliberate each step or to be self-motivated (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). However creating and executing each step might sound simple to do, but it might be a reasonable idea to incorporate the next step of maintenance just in case certain steps are deviate from the plan (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). For maintenance it is the next step in change since it allows the individuals to either maintain their current steps of change or revert to another way (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). This step of maintenance could be one of longest steps since it could be up to months or even years to accomplish depending on the individual (Miller & Rollnick, 2002). When the client has fully executed a plan and accomplished their goals they will ultimately face
Based upon experience, it is always best to implement a plan before a busy day. For example, first thing in the morning I ensure that everyone is clear on who will clean and run/walk dogs. Additionally, for the days where we are slammed on calls, have tasks to do, and dogs to walk, the most efficient way to get it all done is to divide and conquer. I take the initiative to develop a plan that uses all of my coworkers strengths in the most productive way possible.
I agree that I use sequence when needed because at times I do like to organize things that goes on in my life and at other times I feel like I just want to jump into tasks with no particular order. An example in which I used sequence is when I plan vacation trips. I am the type of person that wants complete control of the planning so I can make sure everything is in order and not chaotic. On my most recent trip to Atlantic City I had to make sure we had our whole trip planned out from the time we ate dinner to the time we woke up in the morning. I also had to read reviews on everything before I consider going. If something was to go off schedule it would freak me out a little.
everything as they go. Many also just plan everything in their minds, formulate ideas and
I also created an action plan. This is because then I would be aware when I should complete a particular task. This will enable me to complete my task before my deadline. As well as, if there are any personal circumstances and I am unable to complete a task I can catch up or even be ahead before my estimated time when I will complete the task. This means that I can improve my work if I made an
Sequence(30)Use first. This did not really surprise me, I want “clear directions” before I start any task especially in my work situations. I work at the high school level as an “Inclusion Specialist” although my job description says one thing, my daily job working with students are completely different. I don’t like hidden agenda’s, especially when it affects my positive attributes that I bring to the table.
Habit 2 : Begin With the End in Mind. The habit of personal leadership. In this habit, we begin each day, week, project, etc. with a clear vision of our direction and destination. This habit inculcates the ability to create our desired results mentally first in accordance to our guiding principles, and then maintain this vision throughout our daily activities. Part of the process of developing this habit is to develop a personal mission statement, philosophy, or creed. This mission statement focus on what you want to be and do. Your planning activities then can always be refer back to this mission statement so you can maintain a proper perspective on where you are headed and how you hope to get there. This
I use Sequence AS NEEDED. I like the idea of a schedule but it’s hard for me to stick to it. I rarely double- check things but I am always taking steps toward improving. I need enough time to perform and I hate to rush. This gives me a chance to perform trial and error before arriving at my conclusion. I skim through pages and search for main ideas and I can’t take too much information in one sitting. In school, for example, I’ll write a paper seven or eight times before turning it in making sure all my words were in my desired order and I made use of the best possible diction. My tendencies to do this most times cause frustration and pressure to make my due dates, and I end up doing
Sequence is significant to my way of living because I use it on a day-to-day basis’s. I would like to have clear and precise directions in everything I do. I like to make sure I do things correct the first time around. I get disgruntled if I’m not allotted enough time to do my work neatly. I can speculate that I am a people pleaser; I want to know that I’m meeting the instructors or teammates
Realize that good plans are never finished. Rather than wait until all issues are resolved and a long-term plan in place, resolve the immediate issues, get started, and follow an approach that enables you to do short- and intermediate-term planning while completing the tasks at hand.
The next step in planning is tracking the progress that is being made toward achieving the goal. One way to track goal progress is to set proximal and distal goals. Proximal goals are ones that take less time to achieve or are short-term/subgoals. Whereas, distal goals are ones that take longer to achieve or are long-term/primary goals (2017, p.92). Setting short-term goals make it so, you feel like you’re making a step in the right direction and actually getting closer to achieving your primary goal. Making short-term goals also makes it so it’s not so overwhelming since your able to accomplish small goals that lead to a large goal instead of just trying to accomplish one big goal (“The Importance of Tracking,”n.d.). Another