Introduction
Do you have big dreams but struggle to make them a reality? You’re not alone; many people have goals they want to achieve but have a hard time achieving them. The reason? It could be because the goal is too vague, or because you don’t take any action and are busy with everyday life tasks, or maybe the goal is not realistic and is simply not achievable.
The solution? The SMART goals framework; it offers a structure to goals setting, which significantly increases the chance of achieving them.
What are SMART Goals?
SMART is an acronym and it stands for:
- Specific: a clear goal versus a vague one
- Measurable: progress can be tracked with metrics
- Achievable: the goal is realistic and achievable with the resources you have
- Relevant: the goal aligns with your broader objectives
- Time-bound: the goal has a deadline
How to Implement SMART Goals – FREE Template
Do you want to put these principles into action? Grab our FREE template to empower the implementation of the SMART goals framework, as well as a way to track and monitor progress.
Below are some examples of how you can use the template.
SMART Goals Examples:
SMART goals framework can be used both for personal and professional objectives.
Example 1 (professional): Get better at public speaking
- Specific: Give my upcoming presentation in the company’s conference within the allocated time
- Measurable: the allocated time is 15 min
- Achievable: by rehearsing and recording myself twice a week, I can track the duration and make tweaks to talk longer or shorter as needed
- Relevant: this goal is aligned with my bigger objective to become a confident public speaker and leader
- Time-bound: within a month from now as the company conference is happening in 1.5 months from now.
Example 2 (personal): Lose weight
- Specific: I gained weight and I want to look like I did last year
- Measurable: I need to lose 10lbs to get back to the same weight
- Achievable: It’s doable by losing one 1lb every week; by reducing my carbs intake in the morning and running 30 min 3 times a week
- Relevant: This goal is aligned with my overall health objectives
- Time-bound: Within 10 weeks
Conclusion
SMART Goals framework has many benefits such as focus, accountability, being efficient and staying motivated. It’s the best structure to set yourself up for success and and achieve your goals in an organized and stress free way.
Ready to take the first step? Start using the FREE template today and contact us if you need more help to achieve your goals.