August

Well, it's the first day of the month so I thought it would be a good time for me think about some of my goals and make myself accountable by writing them.

Goal 1: Half-Marathon Training.
The goal here is to stick with the plan. That means this month I will run 95 miles, including a long run of 9 miles. Yikes. The goal is to take it one day at a time, making sure I manage hydration and nutrition so I can actually do this.

Goal 2: Career Management Coach Credential Exam.
After about 6 months of classes and training, I will be sitting for my credentialing exam at the end of the month. The action steps here are to continue preparing for my mentor coaching calls, studying the various competencies, and practicing as much as possible.

Goal 3: Career Development/Job Search Plan.
My major consulting contract will be complete at the end of the month, so it's time to develop a plan for next steps in my career. I need to think about how I want to leverage my CCMC credential (see goal 2), my education, the personal and professional development work I have been doing, and what I have learned over the past two years of doing independent consulting work. Action steps include: continuing informational interviews, professional networking, some introspection, and developing my list of "Things that Matter" for my next professional role.

Should be a busy and very exciting month!