What one should consider
when setting up goals :
Writing effective goals is not as easy as it
sounds. You need to consider what you want to accomplish, any obstacles
that could prevent you from achieving your goal, and the resources available to
you.
The 5 Step Approach to Writing Effective Goals
·
Write down
what you want to accomplish. This should be thought of as your tentative
goal statement. The easiest way to begin your goal statement is with the
words "I want to."
·
Write down
any obstacles. Make a list of the difficulties you may
encounter.
·
First
consider your general resources. Who do you depend on for help when
circumstances get tough? Your parents, friends, teachers, guidance
counselors, school librarians, and other significant adults are all
resources. Next, consider each of the obstacles you listed. Think
about how you might use your resources to overcome each obstacle. Write
down specific resources you could use to achieve each goal.
·
Review and
revise your tentative goal statement. Now that you have considered all
possible difficulties and your resources, you are ready to write your final
goal statement. In some cases, you may find that your tentative goal
statement is fine the way it is.
·
Polish
your goal statement. Check to be sure that your final statement is well
written and takes into consideration the characteristics of SMART goals.
Be smart with your goals
SPECIFIC: describe what you want to accomplish with
as much detail as possible
Measurable: WRITTEN
IN TERMS THAT CAN BE CLEARLY EVALUATED
Acceptable: WRITTEN
BY YOU--NOT FOR YOU BY SOMEONE ELSE
Realistic: REFLECTS
YOUR ABILITIES, YET OFFERS SOMEWHAT OF A CHALLENGE
Time
Frame: CLEARLY SPECIFIES TARGET COMPLETION DATES
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