S.M.A.R.T GOALS
What does S.M.A.R.T. stand for?
What is specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound?
A goal that is often vague, difficult to measure, lacks a clear timeframe, and is challenging to achieve.
What is a bad goal?
I will save $5,000 for an emergency fund by putting aside $500 each month over the next 10 months.
What is a S.M.A.R.T. financial goal?
I will increase my daily water intake to 8 glasses per day.
What is specific?
A detailed plan outlining the specific steps, resources, and timeline required to achieve a goal.
What is an action plan?
I will bring up my Biology grade from 65% to 72% by the end of the 2nd 9 weeks by finishing all my homework and classwork and asking questions when I'm confused.
What is a S.M.A.R.T. academic goal?
I will achieve a GPA of 3.8 by the end of the current academic semester by dedicating at least 2 hours each day to studying.
What is time-bound?
The process of holding oneself responsible for meeting goals and deadlines involves regular check-ins.
What is accountability?
I will increase my running distance to 5 miles in 8 weeks by running 3 times a week, gradually increasing my distance each week, and tracking my progress with a running app.
What is a S.M.A.R.T fitness goal?
I will study 15 hours every day, 7 days a week, for the next 5 months.
What is not attainable?
The period within which a goal or objective should be achieved. It includes start and end dates, deadlines, and milestones.
What is the timeframe?
I will dedicate 15 minutes each morning to meditation and mindfulness practice for the next 3 months to enhance personal spiritual growth and reduce stress.
What is a spiritual S.M.A.R.T. goal?
As a full-time surgeon, I will spend 13 hours a day learning to talk to cats, 7 days a week, for the next 10 months.
What is not relevant?
It serves as a clear and precise step toward accomplishing a broader goal, providing a focused direction and a basis for assessing progress and success.
What is objective?
I will obtain a project management certification within 6 months by completing an online course and passing the certification exam, dedicating 5 hours per week to study and practice.
What is a S.M.A.R.T career goal?