Jeff has enjoyed tinkering cars as long as he can remember. He was elated when he fulfilled his goal to earn a certified Automotive Technician Degree from the local technical institute. The placement department of the institute helped hi m meet another goal. – a job with local automobile manufacturer. Jeff has been on the job for ten months. He enjoys the challenges and has established a reputation for being punctual, dependable , and capable.

Unfortunately, the economy has experienced a major downturn and Jeff ( a “new hire” from the standpoint of the company) is one of the first to be laid off. Jeff is shocked and devastated. He feels that he has failed. He tells his friend Dan, “ I guess I’m just no good at this job. I tried m best, but I couldn’t hold a job for even a year. Now what am I going to do? I need a job! Bt who is going to hire a loser?

(in personal development)

Answer the following:

1. What is Jeff’s biggest obstacle at this point in his life?

2. What does Jeff need to do to get back on track?

3. What advice might Dan give Jeff? What role could Dan play in Jeff’s future?

4. Write a new long-term goal of Jeff. Develop an appropriate action plan for the new goal.