Goal Setting
Values are the ___ that shape our attitudes about everything in life./
beliefs
Short-term goals take __ to 12 months to achieve.
6
Would being a professional hockey player be realistic for you?
Probably not - the odds are against it
What should be considered when prioritizing goals?
What is important to YOU.
Short-term goal
a goal set in order to accomplish something soon that will in effect help you to achieve a long-term goal
The "A" in S.M.A.R.T. stands for ___.
achievable - the goal must be possible to attain in order to stay motivated
Goal
an end ambition, something to aim toward
Prioritize your goals, & your goals will become more realistic & _____.
attainable
When should goals be re-evaluated?
constantly
_____ precede reality
dreams -
Long-term goal
goal set for the future
Immediate goal
goal set to be accomplished immediately in order to help achieve a short-term goal.
Goals are like a map to _____ you on your way.
guide
The first step to setting goals is _____ your dreams by writing three or four down.
identifying
Goals mark where you are going in your ____
life
An example of a _____ goal is becoming a nurse.
long-term
What are the three types of goals?
long-term, short-term & immediate
The "M" in S.M.A.R.T. stands for ___.
measurable - an outside observer could tell if the goal was achieved
An example of a ______ goal would be passing schoool
medium-term
Write your goals on paper & hang them in a ____ place.
prominent - a place where you will see them often
The "R" in S.M.A.R.T. stands for ___.
realistic - you have the knowledge and skills or are gaining the skills necessary to reach the goal
An example of an _____ goal sould be to get a tutor and study daily.
short term
The "S" in S.M.A.R.T. stands for ___.
specific - directed toward an outcome
The harder you work at your short, long and immediate goals, the sooner you will have ___.
success
Think about your special interests & _____.
talents
S.M.A.R.T.
the acronym used when setting goals
Priority
the importance of something to you
Value
the worth attached to objects or ideas
The "T" in S.M.A.R.T. stands for ___.
timely - must be a date set for achievement provides a clear timeline
Why should goals be written?
to mark your progress & motivate you to finish
Immediate goals can be done ___, in a week or in a month.
today
Use your _____ to evaluate your goals.
values