“Looking inward is 85 percent of the process of finding proper direction; 15 percent is the application to career choices.” ~Author Dan Miller
(Dan Miller, 48 Days to The Work You Love,)
The DirectionNOW curriculum has been created to foster both self-discovery and guided coaching.
It offers step by step structure for the participant to do their"inner study (What's in me? What can I do best?) and combine that with "outer study"What's available? What can I do next?
The goal is to intentionally help each student arrive at a clear understanding of how THEY can be passionate, purposeful and productive in their callings and vocations - THEN move forward with confidence and clarity once they know what that looks like.
With that in mind, when the participant completes the process, they will have9 "Direction Statements"to act as a road map for their choices of learning, livelihood or life!
The order of curriculum utilizes the acrostic D-I-R-E-C-T-I-O-N to accomplish that goal.
Dreams - Interests and Passions - Recognized Skills - Educational Aptitudes - Character - Team - Income - Opportunities - Next Steps.
The following diagram illustrates how each of these components builds upon one another to create a clear and concise picture detailing the participant's calling!