SMART goals

What does the SMART acronym stand for?

• Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Relevant, Time-bound

• Structured, Measured, Achievable, Realistic, Timely

• Strategic, Meaningful, Ambitious, Resourceful, Targeted

• Simplified, Managed, Adapted, Reviewed, Tracked

Why is it important for a goal to be specific?

• To determine how long the goal should take to complete

• To measure the success of the goal

• To accurately reflect the goal

• To evaluate the effort required for the goal

Which of the following goals is the most specific?

• Get healthy

• Lose weight

• Lose 10 pounds

• Exercise regularly

How should a goal be measured?

• By using metrics

• By a simple yes-or-no

• By the effort required

• By the resources and capabilities

What is the key to measurement in goal-setting?

• Having access to a reliable way of measuring

• Tracking the progress of the goal

• Using a scale to measure weight loss

• Reflecting the goal accurately

What does it mean for a goal to be actionable?

• It requires a simple yes-or-no answer

• It determines the success of the goal

• It focuses on low effort high value goals

• It outlines the actions required to achieve the goal

Why should goals be broken down into sub-goals?

• To evaluate the effort required for each sub-goal

• To accurately reflect the main goal

• To provide clarity of action

• To measure the success of each sub-goal

What is the Pareto Principle also known as?

• The 80/20 rule

• The effort-value matrix

• The action plan technique

• The relevant goals monitor

Why is it important to include a specific date in a goal?

• To lower the goals and ensure success

• To calculate the effort required for the goal

• To provide incentive and monitor progress

• To make the goal more relevant

What is the importance of regularly reevaluating goals?

• To ensure success by lowering goals

• To adapt to the dynamic nature of life

• To focus on multiple goals at the same time

• To set aside time for goal-setting