Goal Setting Basics
What does SMART stand for in goal setting?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
Name one tool you can use to track your goals.
Planner, app, habit tracker, or calendar
Name one common obstacle students face when trying to reach goals.
Procrastination, distractions, unexpected events
Name one academic resource students should use if they are struggling.
Office hours, tutoring, emailing professors
Name one post-grad path discussed in class.
Grad school, workforce, or gap year
What is one benefit of setting goals according to research?
Improves focus, motivation, or academic outcomes
How often should you check your progress?
Weekly
What is one strategy to overcome obstacles?
Break tasks into smaller steps
What is the consequence of waiting too long to ask for help?
Worse outcomes
What is one benefit of going straight into the workforce?
Income, experience, independence
Name one category you can use when setting semester goals.
Academic, personal, health, or social
What are smaller checkpoints within a goal called?
Milestones
What is another strategy to stay on track with goals?
Accountability partners or rewards
Asking for help early is considered what?
Smart (not weak)
What is one downside of grad school?
Expensive, time commitment, burnout
What is one question you should ask when reflecting on last semester?
What were your achievements / struggles / helpful habits
Why is tracking your goals important?
Helps you stay on track and make adjustments
What should you ask yourself if your goal isn’t working?
Is it realistic? Do I need smaller steps? What’s stopping me?
Where can you go at FSU for career help?
FSU Career Center
What is one benefit of taking a gap year?
Self-discovery, prevent burnout, gain experience
What should you do with goals that aren’t working?
Adjust them (not abandon them)
What is one example of a measurable goal?
Any goal with clear numbers (e.g., study 3x/week)
What is the biggest mistake students make with goals?
Giving up instead of adjusting
What is one campus resource mentioned in your presentation?
FSU Food Pantry
What is one factor to consider when choosing a post-grad path?
Career goals, finances, mental health, readiness, support system