POBF Unit 3

As a specific outcome you intend to work toward, a goal is a(n)

• skill
• performance
• target
• evaluation

An example of a short term goal is 

• becoming fluent in Japanese
• Finishing the annual report in two weeks
• earning a college degree
• advancing to vice president of the company

An example of a performance goal is

• mastering Microsoft Excel
• Learning precision machinery techniques
• understanding the basics of hotel managment
• completing your financial planning certification

Chris started working in a stable as a horse trainer, but later decided he would rather give riding lessons for a living.  This is an example of a goal's being

• effective
• dynamic
• specific
• measurable

Which of the following is an example of a measurable goal

• I will write 1,000 words by the end of the day
• I will become a professional pilot
• I will earn a raise
• I will help my work team members succeed

Attainable goals are those that can be 

• reached
• measured
• timed
• pinpointed

Results-oriented goals focus on 

• money
• people
• time
• outcomes

Which of the following is an example of a time bound goal

• I will earn $100,000 a year by age 35
• I will become the company's top salesperson
• I will pursue a career helping to preserve the environment
• I will make 40 sales calls

Which of the following is a benefit that takes priority over other activities 

• performance goal
• learning goal
• effective goal
• SMART goal

Which of the following is a benefit of goal setting

• Distracting you from your target
• impressing other people with your goals
• ensuring you accomplish all your goals
• providing a way to measure your progress