Understanding SMART Goals

What does the acronym SMART stand for in goal setting?

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

• Structured, Measurable, Actionable, Resolute, Timed

• Simple, Manageable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely

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

Why is it crucial for a goal to be specific?

• It allows for more flexibility in methods

• It makes the goal easier to forget

• It helps in determining the duration and measuring success

• It makes the goal less challenging

What is an example of a measurable goal mentioned in the video?

• Becoming healthier

• Climbing a mountain

• Learning a new language

• Losing 10 pounds

What could be an alternative measure if you cannot measure a goal directly, as mentioned in the video?

• Ignoring measurements

• Tracking related metrics like inches lost

• Asking others for their opinion

• Guessing the outcome

What does it mean for a goal to be actionable?

• It should be a long-term goal only

• It can be completed without any plan

• It requires no resources or capabilities

• It has a clear set of steps or actions to achieve it

How can goals be made relevant according to the video?

• By ensuring they require minimal effort

• By setting them without a deadline

• By aligning them with other life goals

• By making them less specific

What should be considered when goals conflict or are too numerous?

• Prioritize based on effort versus value

• Set more goals to compensate

• Ignore less important goals

• Focus on goals that require the most effort

What principle can help prioritize goals?

• The 60/40 rule

• The 50/50 rule

• The 80/20 rule

• The 70/30 rule

What is the benefit of setting a time-bound goal?

• It allows for indefinite delays

• It makes the goal less important

• It provides a clear deadline which helps track progress

• It eliminates the need for an action plan

Why should goals be regularly reevaluated?

• To prolong the deadline

• To make them easier

• To make them less specific

• To ensure they are still relevant