In SMART goals, what does the 'A' stand for?
A) Adaptable
B) Achievable
C) Ambitious
D) Actionable
B) Achievable
Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal?
A. "Improve communication skills."
B. "Complete a professional certification in project management by the end of Q3 to enhance team leadership abilities."
C. "Be better at team collaboration."
D. "Work harder to meet deadlines."
B. "Complete a professional certification in project management by the end of Q3 to enhance team leadership abilities."
Which of the following is a characteristic of a SMART goal?
A. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Reasonable, Timely
B. Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
C. Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely
D. Specific, Measurable, Adaptable, Realistic, Time-bound
B. Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
Which direction in the Goal writing (NEWS) framework focuses on identifying challenges or barriers that may prevent you from achieving your goals?
A. North: Direction and Purpose
B. East: Values and Motivators
C. West: Action Plan
D. South: Inhibitions and Challenges
D. South: Inhibitions and Challenges
What is the recommended weightage for self-development goals in the IC goal-setting framework?
A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%
B. 20%
Which element of the CLEAR framework focuses on explaining how achieving your goals benefits the organization and team?
A. Communicate Clearly
B. Listen Actively
C. Articulate Benefits
D. Review Regularly
C. Articulate Benefits
Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 Cs of effective communication?
A. Clarity
B. Consistency
C. Courtesy
D. Conciseness
B. Consistency
Which step in the CLEAR framework emphasizes the importance of summarizing feedback from managers and reflecting on how it will be incorporated?
A. Communicate Clearly
B. Listen Actively
C. Ensure Alignment
D. Articulate Benefits
B. Listen Actively
In the NORTH-EAST-WEST-SOUTH framework for goal setting, which direction focuses on understanding the underlying reasons for pursuing a goal and the values driving the decision?
A. North: Direction and Purpose
B. East: Values and Motivators
C. West: Action Plan
D. South: Inhibitions and Challenges
B. East: Values and Motivators
In the CLEAR framework, what does the "R" stand for and what does it emphasize in goal-sharing conversations?
A. Reflect, Focus on internal progress
B. Review Regularly, Set follow-up check-ins to review progress
C. Reinforce, Strengthen team relationships
D. Reassess, Modify goals to improve alignment
B. Review Regularly, Set follow-up check-ins to review progress
B. Review Regularly, Set follow-up check-ins to review progress