SMART goals

For those of you who are still working on your New Years goals, here's how to make your goals S.M.A.R.T.

Specific-try not to make your goals too vague or too big. For instance, instead of saying, "I want to be more organized.", you would want to make a more specific goal, like remove clutter from your home, put system in place for housecleaning, or don't miss any appointments.

Measurable-how are you going to measure your success? If there is no way to measure, then how do you know when you've accomplished your goal? Don't say, "I'm going to lose weight this year." A measurable goal is, "I am going to lose ______ pounds."

Attainable-attainable goals have a specific end. A goal to be more friendly does not have a specific ending point. It could go on forever. You need to know that you will eventually come to a point where you have attained your goal and can move on to something else.

Realistic-Above all else, a goal should be realistic. You should never feel like you goal is impossible. Better to make a conservative goal that will easily be accomplished, and then make another step from there, than to make a goal that you will never reach. Failing at a goal will make you feel defeated, but reaching your goals will encourage you to make further dreams and plan.

Time-based-WHEN will your goal be accomplished? Is it a weekly, monthly, or yearly goal? Often it is wise to have a long term goal and break it up into smaller pieces to make it more manageable. No matter how long, make sure to give yourself a specific deadline.

You can see my new years goals here

Dawn

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