Question

question 1
match the description to each piece of a smart goal.

column a

1. ____ specific
2. ____ measurable
3. ____ attainable/ achievable
4. ____ realistic/relevant
5. ____ time bound

column b
a. when do you start? when do you stop? what is the timeframe for your goal? how long will it take to accomplish the goal?
b. how can you prove/determine you are making progress toward the goal? how can you track your progress?
c. is this a goal youre willing and able to work towards? does the goal matter to you right now? why is it important?
d. is it achievable in the timeframe? do you have the skills, ability, and resources to reach this goal within the timeframe set?
e. the goal is clear and as detailed as possible- explaining what you want to do. who, what, where, why?

Explanation:

• Specific: Focuses on clear, detailed definition of the goal, covering what, who, where, why.
• Measurable: Concerns tracking progress and proving goal advancement.
• Attainable/Achievable: Relates to having the skills, ability, and resources to reach the goal in the set timeframe.
• Realistic/Relevant: Centers on the goal being personally important and something you are willing/able to work toward.
• Time Bound: Deals with defining start/end times and the overall timeframe for the goal.

Answer:

1. Specific - e. The goal is clear and as detailed as possible- explaining what you want to do. Who, what, where, why?
2. Measurable - b. How can you prove/determine you are making progress toward the goal? How can you track your progress?
3. Attainable/ Achievable - d. Is it achievable in the timeframe? Do you have the skills, ability, and resources to reach this goal within the timeframe set?
4. Realistic/Relevant - c. Is this a goal you're willing and able to work towards? Does the goal matter to you right now? Why is it important?
5. Time Bound - a. When do you start? When do you stop? What is the timeframe for your goal? How long will it take to accomplish the goal?