Goal Setting

Setting goals are an important process as it gives you a purpose, keeps you focused and motivates you. Plan your goals well with both long and short term goals in mind using this simple S.M.A.R.T. guide:

Specific

Specific goals are the most effective. Don’t be vague, know exactly what you want to achieve. Simple but challenging short term goals will help form a step by step process.

Measurable

Set measurable goals so that you can monitor your progress and know exactly when you have achieved them.

Attainable

Goals must be attainable so that you stay motivated and experience a continual sense of achievement. Goals also need to be adjustable so as to allow flexibility in the case of unexpected circumstances (e.g. illness, injury) or when you progress faster than expected.

Realistic

Setting realistic goals is essential, which means having a good understanding of your starting point and what is physically possible. Setting unrealistic goals will either make you lose motivation or employ unhealthy short-cuts. Your short term goals should also be related to your long term goal.

Time frame

Apply time frames to your goals. Define a time frame within which you must reach your goal. These time frames for your short term goals need to take into account your long term goals.

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