Now that you have that Vision of what you want 2008 to look like, put pen to paper and develop Goals and the ever-necessary Action Steps for each goal. And not just any Goal, but a SMART Goal - one that is Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-based. Having these details written out makes it more manageable and easier to achieve.
Here's an explanation:
Specific: It must be well defined and clear and should say exactly what is expected, by when, and if applicable, how many. Example: By February 15th, I will have 2 new versions of my resume ready to send to prospective employers.
Measureable: To stay motivated to reach your goal, it’s important to have milestones to reflect your progress. You must know that it is obtainable and when it has been successfully completed. Example: Each Friday, I will work on one section of my resume.
Attainable: The best goals require you to stretch a little to achieve them, but not to extremes. They are not out of reach, nor are they below your usual performance. Are you sure it’s not too easy, or too hard?
Realistic: This means you currently have the resources, knowledge, and time to actually achieve it. It might not be the right time for this goal if you don’t have enough hours to see it through or need to develop a new skill first. Is everything you need in place right now in order to achieve this goal?
Time-based: Your goal should have clear starting and ending points. Committing to a deadline or schedule for achieving your goal keeps you focused and headed toward success!
Make a SMART goal this week following this simple process. Now add some even smaller action steps to each piece that make it even more do-able. See what kind of results you create by being this detailed and focused!
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