SMART Goals

What does the S in SMART stand for?

• social

• simple

• specific

• spontaneous

All are reasons why it is important to set goals EXCEPT...

• they motivate us

• they keep you from being focused

• they give your life direction

• they help you see progress

The question, "By WHEN will the goal be accomplished?" goes with which letter of SMART?

• Measurable

• Timely

• Specific

• Attainable

Which of the following time frames described would fit the definition of a short-term goal?

• next week

• a month

• 3 weeks

• all of the above

What does the M in SMART stand for?

• Marvelous

• Meaningless

• Memorable

• Measurable

Which of the following would be considered a short-term goal for a 10th grader?

• Going to college on a football scholarship

• Having perfect attendance from 9-12th grades

• Getting an A in PE class 3rd quarter

• Having a career in physical training after college

The words "some," "many," "more," and "a lot" keep goals from being

• Relevant

• Timely

• Attainable

• Measurable

The goal: "I want to go shopping at my favorite stores to get a lot of clothes by June 1" is missing what?

• Measurable

• Attainable

• Timely

• Relevant

What does the A in SMART stand for?

• Articulate

• Accountable

• Attainable

• Action-Packed

What word keeps this goal from being MEASURABLE? "I will make some money dogsitting this summer."

• summer

• dogsitting

• some

• I