Define Your Goal
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What is your goal?
Make it specific and clear.
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Why does it matter?
Why do you want to achieve this goal? How will it benefit you or others?
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What does success look like?
Be specific.
Break Down Your Goal Using S.M.A.R.T.
S.M.A.R.T. goals are more achievable and measurable.
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Specific
Describe your goal in detail. What exactly do you want to accomplish?
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Measurable
How will you measure progress? (e.g., “Complete 10 pages a day.”)
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Achievable
Is this goal realistic given your resources and time?
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Relevant
How does this goal align with your values and priorities?
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Timebound
What is your deadline? (e.g., “by March 31”)
Actionable Steps
Build actionable steps and deadlines for your goal
How can your strengths help you?
Identify Potential Obstacles and Solutions
Anticipate challenges and strategize solutions.
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What challenges or distractions might you encounter?
Make it specific and clear.
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What actions can you take or strengths can you leverage to overcome these obstacles?
Why do you want to achieve this goal? How will it benefit you or others?
Create Accountability
Build in support and motivation.
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Accountability partner(s)
Who can help you stay on track? Try to partner with someone with skills and strengths different from yours. The best partnerships are complementary.
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Check-in plan
How will you report on your progress? (e.g., weekly text, monthly meeting)
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Celebrate wins
Plan for how you’ll reward yourself for milestones. (e.g., “Buy myself anew book after four weeks of consistent workouts.”)
Visualize the Outcome
Reinforce your motivation by visualizing the result.
Describe your success
Imagine it’s the end of your timeline, and you’ve achieved your goal. What does it feel like? What has changed?
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