Goals are vision with feet. They are a set of specific, measurable steps to achieve your vision. Research shows that specific and challenging goals lead to better performance(Locke, 1968). Now, let's set S-M-A-R-T goals.
S- Specific: Your goal should be as specific as possible and answer the questions, 'WHAT is your goal? HOW often or HOW much? WHERE will it take place?
M- Measurable: How will you measure your goal? Measurement will give you specific feedback and hold you accountable.
A- Attainable: Goals should push you, but it is important that they are achievable. Are your goals attainable?
R- Realistic: Is your goal and timeframe realistic for the goal you have established?
T- Timely: Do you have a timeframe listed in your SMART GOALS? This helps you to be accountable and helps in motivation.
Thomas Edison set himself an ambitious goal. It was to come up with a major new invention every six months, a minor invention every ten days. When he died, he had 1,092 US Patents and over 2,000 foreign ones. He knew that, by setting such goals for himself and striving to reach them, he was bound to increase his output.
You become more efficient and productive as you achieve your SMART goals.
You will succeed!
Amb. Elijah Falode
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