Alvin Walker has identified key strengths and strategies to maximize his potential and efficiency. One of his primary strengths is being an achiever, where he sets ambitious targets such as achieving a specific grade-point average or earning honors status.
Help tutor those who do not have the social or economic privileges you have. Develop or participate in programs that promote diversity
Sign up for classes in which you will learn more about the uniqueness of particular groups of people. Use this information to help them feel included
Study with other people. If someone in the group is not talking, try to bring him or her into the conversation
The field of social work may interest you. Making sure that children are placed in a home where they are loved and become a real part of the family would give you great pleasure
You will add benefit to a work environment, bringing them together for a common goal
Learner
Don’t restrict your learning experiences to the classroom. Engage in activities in which you can expand your knowledge about subject that interest you most
Have lots of conversations on subjects you are passionate about with people who are interested in learning
Look at every situation as a possible learning experience. This approach will help you become aware of what you do well and where you need hel
Select work where competency is valued and where you will have opportunities to keep developing your competencies
Futuristic
Choose classes that will apply to your career goals
Try to truly understand what you’re studying; don’t just memorize. Always relate what you’re studying to where you see yourself in the future
Take risks to gain new insights, even if they are out of your comfort zone. Set academic goals to project yourself into a successful futur
Choose jobs that will help you gain the connections you need for the job you want after graduation
Dream big. Write down your dreams, and continue to make progress toward your biggest dreams
Achiever
Pay close attention to your body clock. Decide when your mind is most alert. Use this insight to your advantage when scheduling time to study
Review your goals-achievement log. Look for evidence that you are progressing toward your objectives. Outline the steps you took to acquire one particular skill or master one key concept
Set one or two “stretch” targets, such as earning a specific grade-point average, winning honors status, or being named to the dean’s list
Find a career in which you can work as hard as you want. Avoid work situations controlled by collective bargaining agreements that limit how much you can produce each day
Select a career that provides you with numerous opportunities to excel as an individual. Control your workflow, schedule, productivity, quality level, and action plan
Consistency
Create study rituals that suit your thinking and learning style. Read ahead. Write down questions to which you want answers. Highlight key ideas, steps, and concepts. Take notes on note cards, in a spiral notebook, or in computer files
Anticipate what you need to do to earn the grade you want in each class. Set up and adhere to a study routine. Realize that you excel when your life has a rhythm to it
Finalize your entire degree or certification plan as early in your collegiate career as possible. Each term, double-check your plan to ensure you are in compliance with graduation requirements
Choose workplaces where standard operating procedures are emphasize in orientation, training development, and manuals
Work in environments that have regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines firmly established. Realize that you are more effective and efficient when everyone, regardless of status, must follow the same rules
