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Set smarter goals with the smart system
S- Specific
M- Measurable
M- Measurable
Be clear about what you want.
Not: "I want better grades"
Instead: "I want to raise my math grade from a B to an A"
The more detailed your goal, the easier it is to take action.
M- Measurable
M- Measurable
M- Measurable
You need a way to track progress.
Example: I will save $100 by the end of the school year.
If you can measure it, you can improve it. Progress builds motivation.
A- Achievable
M- Measurable
A- Achievable
Your goal should be a challenge- but it should be realistic.
Ask: "Do I have the time, skills and resources to do this?"
If not, "how can I adjust my goal to be more realistic?"
If it's too easy, you won't grow.
If it's impossible, you'll quit.
R- Relevant
T- Time-Bound
A- Achievable
Your goal should matter to you.
Ask: "Why does this matter?"
How does this help me reach long-term success?
If it doesn't comment to your bigger plans, you won't stay motivated.
T- Time-Bound
T- Time-Bound
T- Time-Bound
Set a deadline. "I will finish my task by Friday"
Ask: "What is a reasonable amount of time it will take to complete?
Know or estimate: "What's my deadline?"
Without a timeline, goals turn into "someday" ideas.
Sample SMart goal
Long-Term Goal:
Let's say you decide you need an emergency fund in case something unexpected comes up.
You don't want to panic or borrow money- you want to be prepared.
So, your goal is to save $500.
Now, let's turn that idea into a SMART goal!
S- Specific
I will save $500 for an emergency fund so I'm prepared for unexpected expenses. I will save it by my graduation day.
M-Measurable
I will track my savings each week with my savings tracker app. I will watch my balance grow until it reaches $500.
A- Achievable
Breaking the savings down into smaller parts and tracking it on my app makes it realistic and doable.
R- Relevant
Having an emergency fund can reduce stress and build independence.
Saving a small amount each week will help me reach my goal.
T- Time-Bound
I will save every month in order to reach my goal by graduation.