SETTING GOALS/Michael Angier
Setting S-M-A-R-T Goals by Michael Angier
GOAL SETTING IS A SKILL, and unfortunately, it's not something
that's usually taught in school. Studies have shown that less
than three percent of people actually write their goals down.
And it's this SAME three percent who accomplish more than all
the others put together.
If you want to get better at setting and achieving goals, here's
an acronym that will help you focus and have more success
reaching your objectives. Set SMART goals.
SMART stands for:
* Specific * Measurable * Action-oriented * Realistic * Timely
SPECIFIC: Achieving goals demands focus. Our mind needs specific
targets to work effectively. It can't operate well with vague
generalities. State exactly what you wish to accomplish.
MEASURABLE: Many people set goals they'll never know whether or
not they've attained. "To be successful--to be more
knowledgeable," aren't goals because there's no benchmark. Be
sure to have measurable goals with a deadline.
ACTION-ORIENTED: It's much easier to measure things being done.
What are the action-steps you