Choosing Where to Focus
The most effective development goals start with knowing where to invest your energy.
In Wonderlic Develop, the Action Planner helps you do just that - by selecting attributes that matter most to your growth and role.
You can base your goals on:
Critical Attributes - essential for your current role
Most Effort Attributes - behaviors that require more intention or energy
Least Effort Attributes - strengths you can lean on or expand
High Interests - areas of work that energize and motivate you
How to Select a Focus Area in the Action Planner
Go to the Action Planner tab in your Develop dashboard
Click “Create New Plan”
Use the dropdown menu to select the attribute you want to work on
This list includes your spotlight attributes and any others you want to explore
Once selected, the planner will show a list of recommended focus areas
These include specific aspects of that trait, like mindset, actions, or workplace impact
Choose one that feels most relevant - or meaningful - to your current work
Tips for Choosing What to Work On
If you’re unsure where to start: Choose a Critical Attribute - they’re aligned to what’s most important in your role
If you're feeling drained or stretched: Pick a Most Effort Attribute and find a small, manageable step
If you're looking for momentum: Use a Least Effort or High Interest area to set an energizing goal
Example: You select Adaptability (a Most Effort attribute), then choose a recommended focus area like: “Practicing flexibility when plans change”
Your goal might be: “When project priorities shift, I’ll pause to regroup and outline the new path forward.”
Keep It Realistic
Choose one attribute at a time. A small, well-targeted step is better than a broad, hard-to-track goal.