SMART Basics
What does SMART stand for?
What is: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
What does “Specific” mean in SMART goals?
Clear and well defined
What does “Measurable” mean in SMART goals?
Progress can be tracked with numbers or criteria
What does “Achievable” mean in SMART goals?
Realistic and attainable
What does “Relevant” mean in SMART goals?
The goal aligns with your priorities
Who first introduced SMART goals in 1981?
-Micheal B Jordan
-George T. Doran
-Nicholas J. Fuentes (Nick Fuentes)
-Clav
Who is: George T. Doran
Which of these is specific: “Do better in school” or “Raise math grade from B to A”?
Raise math grade from B to A
Which of these is measurable: “Be happier” or “Read 20 books this year”?
Read 20 books this year
Which is achievable for a beginner runner: “Run a marathon tomorrow” or “Run 1 mile three times a week”?
Run 1 mile three times a week
What does “Time-bound” mean in SMART goals?
The goal has a deadline
Why are SMART goals more effective than vague goals?
They provide clarity and structure
Why is specificity important?
It provides focus and direction
Why is measurability important?
What is: It allows tracking progress and success
Why should goals be achievable?
To avoid frustration and maintain motivation
Which of these is relevant for a college student: “Complete assignments on time” or “Buy a yacht”?
Complete assignments on time
but both are valid
Which part of SMART ensures goals are realistic?
Achievable
Which goal is not specific: “Save $500 in two months” or “Eat healthier”?
Eat healthier
Which goal is not measurable: “Save $200 by June” or “Be more confident”?
What is: Be more confident
Which goal is NOT achievable for a high school student?
Become CEO of a Fortune 500 company next year
Which of these is time-bound: “Save money” or “Save $500 by June”?
Save $500 by June
Explain how SMART goals differ from traditional goal setting methods
SMART goals are structured with clear criteria, while traditional goals may be vague and harder to measure
Rewrite the vague goal “Get fit” as a specific SMART goal
Run 3 miles, 4 times a week for 2 months
How would you make the goal “Exercise more” measurable?
Exercise 30 minutes, 5 days a week
How can you test if a goal is achievable?
Compare it to your current skills, resources, and timeframe
Why are relevance and deadlines critical to SMART goals?
They ensure goals matter to you and keep you accountable with a clear finish line