The Workplace  Four goal-setting tips  By Colleeen Sabatino, The
Intern Coach  How you set your goals often determines if you
reach your goals and if you receive credit for your
achievement.  Remember that goals change quickly in many
companies, so clarify, and clarify, and then clarify again.
Here are our top four tips for goal-setting at your internship:
1. Get organized. Your internship may not be clearly defined,
and you may think the best strategy is to keep your options open
and see what happens. But unfortunately you’ll end up with too
many choices or goals, which will slow you down from reaching
any of them.  Sit down with your supervisor to map your goals
early in your internship. Trust your supervisor to give you
accurate directions. And always recheck your supervisor’s
expectations and goals with him. Emphasize that your goal is to
contribute your skills in a way that generates value and
substance for the employer.   2. Be proactive and take part in
shaping your assignments and goals, so you’ll