SMART BASICS
This does the “S” in SMART stand for
What is Specific?
“I want to get better at math” — this is this type of goal
What is not specific?
This helps you know if you reached your goal
What is measurement (or tracking progress)?
“I will become a professional athlete next week” is this
What is unrealistic?
“I will read 20 minutes every day” is missing this SMART part
What is a time limit (like how long—week/month)?
This part of SMART means you can track progress with numbers
What is Measurable?
“I will raise my math grade to a B” — this is this type of goal
What is specific?
“I will run 2 miles every day” includes this SMART element
What is measurable?
Goals that match your skills and time are this
What is realistic (or achievable)?
“I will eat healthier”
What is “I will eat 2 servings of vegetables every day this week”?
This part asks if your goal is possible for you
What is Achievable (or Attainable)?
Adding details like “what, why, and how” makes a goal this
What is specific?
I will improve my grades by the end of the year” is missing this
What is measurable detail (how much)?
“I will practice basketball 3 times a week” is this type of goal
What is realistic?
“I will save money”
What is “I will save $10 each week for 2 months”?
This part checks if your goal matters to you
What is Relevant?
“I want to exercise more” needs this to improve
What is more detail (or to be more specific)?
“I will save money” is missing this
What is a measurable amount?
“I will run faster than my Wi-Fi”
What is unrealistic (and confusing)?
A time-bound version of “I will clean my room”
What is “I will clean my room by tonight”?
This part includes a deadline
What is Time-bound?
“I will get better at everything”
What is not specific?
“I will drink more water… like, a big amount”
What is not measurable?
“I will save $200 by December” might be missing this for some students
What is realistic/achievable?
“I will stop procrastinating”
“I will start homework within 30 minutes of getting home every day”?