👤 This article is for Hub or Tenant Administrators.
What are Goals?
Goals are the key areas that member can select on their 10KC profile to indicate to Administrators and other members what they would like to learn more about or share knowledge on. Goals are selected from a multi-select list and this configuration is shared across all Programs and Pathways within a 10KC Hub.
How Goals impact your 10KC Program
As a Program Manager, understanding the vital role of Goals in your 10KC Program is essential for fostering meaningful connections and maximizing learning outcomes.
In 10KC, Goals are used to:
Inform the 10KC matching algorithm
Allow members to search for members who can offer knowledge on a particular topic
Allow Program Managers to see the common things that members would like to learn more about or offer knowledge on
Where do Goals appear?
Goals are populated by a member when they claim their 10KC profile
Goals can be maintained by a member as they join new Programs or Pathways, via their profile
Members can see Goals of other members within the 10KC Hub on the member profile
Edit Hub Goals
To learn more about Goals, check out the full article here.
In the left navigation bar of your Hub, navigate to Hub Settings > Membership Configurations
Select Goals > Edit Goals
Make changes
Remove items
Add new items
Edit existing items
Click Next
Review changes under To add and To delete tabs
Click Save goals > Got it
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Sort alphabetically by clicking Sort alphabetically
Sort manually by dragging
Review changes
10KC's Best Practice Recommendations
10KC offers a curated list of Goals that align with our curated Programs and Pathways.
Goals should be written in a way that completes the sentence "I want to learn more about..." or "I can offer knowledge on...".
A range of 10-20 goals is ideal to offer enough choice without overwhelming members during onboarding.
The best time to define Goals is at the launch of the community. While you can add, remove or update goals at any time, most members set goals when they first sign up, so we recommend reviewing and defining your goals prior to launch.
This 10KC Best Practice list of Goals was selected based on research and review of thousands of organizations and their business objectives to ensure what is most important is included:
Allyship & Inclusion Skills
Build Personal Brand
Build Professional Network
Build Leadership Skills
Career Opportunities
Cross-Functional Knowledge
Manage Relationships
Mentorship Skills
New Role & Career Path Exploration
Professional Insights
Self Advocacy
Upskilling & Continuing Education
The Importance of Goals in Mentorship and Networking
In Mentorship and Networking, goals are important because they provide:
Clarity and Focus: Goals provide a clear roadmap, injecting both mentorship and networking experiences with purpose and direction. They help members understand what they want to achieve and what areas they wish to develop.
Motivation and Accountability: Well-defined Goals inspire motivation and foster accountability. Members are more likely to feel driven and stay on track with regular progress updates.
Outcome Measurement: Goals serve as tangible success metrics. They allow both the Program Manager and the members to measure progress and acknowledge milestones along the way.
The Power of Goals in Participant Matching
Goals don't just guide individuals; they're instrumental in creating optimal matches between mentors and mentees or between networkers. Here's how:
Skill Alignment: Matching members based on overlapping Goals ensures a shared focus and creates fertile ground for knowledge transfer.
Compatibility: Goals can reveal complementary working styles, values, or desired outcomes, increasing the likelihood of positive and enduring connections.
Expectations Management: Clearly communicated goals set realistic expectations for both sides of the mentoring or networking relationship, leading to a smoother experience.
Goal-Driven Learning
Goals have a transformative impact on the overall learning experience:
Personalized Development: With goals as an anchor, mentors or networking contacts can tailor sessions, resources, and advice to address the participant's specific needs.
Actionable Feedback: Goals provide a framework for meaningful feedback, ensuring guidance is directly tied to desired outcomes and skill development.
Growth Reflection: Regular goal reviews offer opportunities to reflect on accomplishments, recalibrate as needed, and celebrate progress.
By championing goal-setting as a core principle, Program Managers empower participants to take ownership of their growth. Purposeful goals enhance matching, maximize learning, and elevate the overall experience. It's through this intentional approach that 10KC helps individuals reach their full potential and build lasting, valuable connections.