SMART Goals Builder
Turn vague goals into specific, measurable plans.
What exactly will you do?
How will you know it's done?
Is it realistic for you right now?
Why does it matter?
By when?
Your goal
I will ..., measured by ..., by ... because .... This is realistic because ....
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About
SMART = Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound. The framework dates from a 1981 management paper. This walks you through each letter and produces a one-paragraph goal statement.
How to use
- Fill in each SMART criterion.
- Get a single concrete goal statement.
- Copy or print.
FAQ
Are SMART goals better than regular goals?+
They force you to specify what 'done' means and when. That alone catches most vague goals before they sit on a list forever.