“SMART” is a goal-setting strategy that you can apply to each goal to ensure that it is capable of being achieved. This flowchart will help you determine whether or not your goals are achievable.
“S” stands for Specific. Use numbers
#1: Is your goal written specifically, NO or clear ends to define your goal. Say with a clear intended achievement? “lose 10 lbs” instead of “lose weight.”
YES
“M” stands for Measurable. Use
#2: Is your goal trackable? Can you NO numbers, journals, or other tools to measure your progress as you go? measure your achievements.
YES
“A” stands for Attainable. Attainable
#3: Is your goal actually attainable? NO goals are actually within your grasp. Is it within your reasonable reach? Choose goals that you can obtain.
YES
“R” stands for Realistic. Ensure that
#4: Is your goal realistic? Are the NO you have everything you need to tools to achieve it available to you? achieve your goal.
YES
“T” stands for Timely. Timely goals
#5: Does your goal have a clear NO have a clear time frame or deadline, deadline or time frame in place? driving you to attain that goal.
YES
Congratulations! You’ve created a SMART, achievable goal! Go get ‘em, tiger!