Goal Setting Basics
This is the first step in setting effective goals.
What is defining clear and specific goals?
Visions are often described as this compared to goals
What are inspirational and guiding?
This practice involves regularly reviewing your goals
What is staying focused?
What is a vision board?
A visual representation of a person's goals, dreams, and aspirations, often created with images, words, and symbols
What are some effective ways to celebrate milestones?
Support group celebrations, public acknowledgment, self-care activities, and creating new traditions
Writing down your goals helps in maintaining this.
What is focus?
The tangible outcomes you strive to achieve are known as these
What are goals?
Having this can provide valuable feedback and accountability
What is a coach or mentor? Also acceptable what is a support system?
What materials are commonly used to create a vision board?
Magazines, photographs, printed words, stickers, markers, and poster boards or cork boards
Why is celebrating progress important?
Celebrating progress helps individuals recognize their achievements, boosting self-esteem and motivation.
Why is it important to regularly revisit and revise your goals?
What is to track progress, make adjustments as needed, and stay motivated.
What does the acronym SMART stand for?
SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) provide clear and attainable steps, making it easier to overcome challenges and track progress
A method to keep goals top of mind involves this daily habit.
What is writing down your goals and reviewing them?
How can creating a vision board benefit individuals ?
Creating a vision board can help individuals by providing clarity on their goals, keeping them motivated, and serving as a constant reminder of their desired future
Why is it important to set a time frame when setting goals?
It prioritizes actions, prevents procrastination, tracks progress, and creates a sense of accomplishment.
This type of motivation comes from external rewards like money, praise, fame, or good grade
What is extrinsic motivation?
Visions provide this kind of direction.
What is long-term and broad?
What is the difference between a goal and a vision?
A broad, long-term aspiration providing direction and inspiration, often focusing on the "why" behind efforts, compared to a specific, measurable, and time-bound objective that focuses on the "what" and "how" of actions.
Where should individuals place their vision boards for maximum impact?
In a location where they will see it daily, such as a bedroom wall, office, or near their workspace
How can family and friends support the celebration of progress?
Acknowledging achievements, participating in celebrations, offering encouragement, creating a positive environment
What is intrinsic motivation?
When you participate in a sport because you enjoy it rather than to win the reward or competition.
What are the characteristics of a vision?
What is ILTAF? (Inspiration, Long term orientation, Transformational, Alignment, and Flexible)
This is necessary to push through difficult times and stay on track with goals
What is self-discipline?