HOW TO REACH YOUR SMART GOAL
The best way to reach your goal and overcome any obstacles is to outline what you need
to do on a regular basis to get to that goal. You need to identify the steps you need to
take to accomplish your goal.
Here’s an example:
Goal: Improve my math grade one full grade
Steps I need to take to achieve my goal:
Attend tutoring in the mornings
Turn in all my homework
Practice multiplication for 10 minutes a night
Monitor my progress on ABI
Make sure my planner is filled in correctly
Study in advance for all tests
Make sure I understand the day’s assignment before leaving class
Here’s another:
Goal: Make the JV basketball team my freshman year
Steps I need to take to achieve my goal:
run 3 times a week for 20 minutes each time
lift weights 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
Maintain a C or better grade in all my classes
Shoot hoops 3 times a day for 20 minutes
Join a recreational team
Make sure my planner is filled in correctly
List what do I need to do to reach my goal?
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That’s it!! You’re ready to track your progress!!