San Jose, CA

I have always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I have to be more specific.

- Lily Tomlin, actress

This reminds me of my time with Sacred Hearts employment department. I learned the great value of planning things out and taking small steps towards the ultimate goal was to find a job.

At first the classes could be boring. Classmates sat for an hour each day and learned how to put their best food forward. Along with the classes, classmates were instructed to contact 20 businesses each day for the best results.

I know that a lot of people in San Jose, California and the Bay Are made resolutions for 2008 but how many planned for them.

A goal is always easier when short-term steps are made for your long-term goal. If a person takes the time to figure out steps that they can do each week, even each day, the goal will be easier to reach.