Importance of Goals

Do you set SMART Goals?

S = Specific, Simple, Significant

A specific goal will usually answer the five "W" questions:

What: What do I want to accomplish
Why: Specific reasons, purpose or benefits of accomplishing the goal
Who: Who is involved
Where: Identify a location
Which: Identify requirements and constraints


M = Measurable, Motivated, Meaningful

A measurable goal will usually answer questions such as:

How much
How many
How will I know when it is accomplished


A= Attainable, Actionable, Adjustable

An attainable goal will usually answer the question:

How: How can the goal be accomplished
Don't aim too high or too low
Align a new goal with your existing goals and with your values
Focus on the immediate benefits of working toward a goal


R = Relevant, Realistic, Review, Revise

A relevant goal can answer yes to these questions:

Does this seem worthwhile
Is this the right time
Does this match our other efforts/needs
Are you the right person
Is it applicable in current socio- economic- technical environment


T= Timeline

A time-bound goal will usually answer the question:

What can I do today
What can I do six weeks from now
What can I do six months from now
What can I do a year from now
What can I do five years from now