“My Life Map: Growth, Goals, and Creative Journey”

Life Goals & Growth Plan

Short-Term Goals (6–12 months)

Objective: Build experience as a graphic design student, strengthen personal & collaborative skills, and compile a standout portfolio.

• Complete 5+ portfolio projects inspired by Filipino pre-colonial concepts
• Maintain good grades
• Excel in 2+ design or art organizations
• Promote crafts & participate in school booths

Initiatives: Foster inclusivity, research Filipino symbols, participate in volunteer design projects, track portfolio with planners.

Long-Term Goals (3–5 years)

Objective: Pursue a master's degree, gain teaching & freelancing experience, organize personal art exhibit, launch Filipino history-based visual novel.

• Acceptance into a master's program
• Gain 2+ years teaching experience
• Begin visual novel development
• Strengthen portfolio & research background
• Save for apartment & exhibit

Initiatives: Apply for scholarships, collaborate with artists & historians, seek mentorship, produce culturally-inspired art, organize exhibit.

5/10/15-Year Life Map

SMART Goals / OKRs

• Specific: Grow as a designer with Filipino pre-colonial-inspired projects; pursue master's, teach, create visual novel, freelance, organize exhibit.
• Measurable: 5+ projects, join 2+ organizations, maintain GPA ≥3; master’s acceptance, 2+ years teaching, visual novel completed, fund apartment/exhibit.
• Attainable: Achievable through effort, time management, peer collaboration.
• Relevant: Aligns with passion for design, Filipino culture, storytelling.
• Time-Bound: Short-term: 6–12 months; Long-term: 3–5 years

Personal Development

Strengths: Creativity, adaptability, collaboration

Areas to Improve: Time management, sports, some academics

Opportunities: Peer collaboration, workshops, internships, mentorship

Challenges: Limited resources, balancing academics & projects

Steps: Practice design/storytelling/research, attend workshops, take leadership roles, track progress with planners, seek mentorship, reflect & adjust goals.

Interpersonal & Intrapersonal Reflection (STAR)

Situation: Group project in History of Graphic Design with diverse styles.

Task: Align individual styles while keeping personal touches.

Action: Mapped strengths, shared ideas, created visual examples, executed collaboratively.

Result: Manuscript finished on time, unified style, high score.

Reflection: Combining perspectives strengthened communication, adaptability, and creativity.

“Yet” Growth Mindset

Reflection: Focusing on growth encourages resilience. Prioritizing improvement and learning from others’ experiences is more productive than comparing myself. Personal development requires both self-reflection and collaboration.