Be Bold! Be Daring! Be Radical! Build SMART Goals

SMART Goals set the framework for creating effective goals and provides structure to our thoughts. SMART goals can be used for our careers, personal life, financial situations, relationships and for our health.

“S” Be Specific - Once you have a general idea of your goal, get Specific. Become more precise. Who is involved? When and where will it happen?

“M” Measurable - Make your goal Measurable! Quantitative (numbers) or Descriptive (describe an outcome). Then Track your measurable progress to see if your strategy is working.

“A” Attainable/Achievable – Make sure these goals can actually be achieved. Fully commit. Don’t get discouraged and quit.

“R” Relevant/Realistic - Is this goal relevant to your life? Does it get you what you want?

“T” Time-Bound - Make your goal Time-bound. Set a deadline for reaching your goal, a date on the calendar. Hold yourself accountable to a timeline.

Use the SMART approach to move you towards the setting of your goals. DON’T FORGET: Be bold! Be daring! Be radical!

Julia Maywald