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Next, let's look at another type of goal, SMART goals. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Time-phased. These are the characteristics we'd like to see in our goals.
SMART | Not SMART |
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Specific Measurable Action-oriented Realistic Time-phased |
Unclear communication Lack of accountability Lack of progress Overwhelmed Missing targets |
Let's look at each criteria further:
EXAMPLE
Take a look at the following statement:Specific | Measurable | Action-oriented | Realistic | Time-phased |
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...on "How to Create Custom Widgets"... | ...2 workshops... | I will attend... | ...local... | ...by Novemer 10. |
EXAMPLE
Let's look at another statement:Specific | Measurable | Action-oriented | Realistic | Time-phased |
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...to get healthy in time for the high school reunion... | ? | I need... | ? | ...on August 15 |
Specific | Measurable | Action-oriented | Realistic | Time-phased |
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...by attending yoga class... |
...8 pounds... ...3x a week... |
I will lose... | ...at my local gym. | ...August 15 |
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