Get Smart in 2023: Achieve Your Goals with SMART Goal Setting

Making a New Year's resolution can sometimes be daunting. And phrases like "New Year, New You" can encourage resolution-making that isn't realistic or achievable, leading to overwhelm and perceived failure.

To set and achieve goals that actually work for you, use SMART goals:

What are SMART Goals?

SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. It is a powerful framework that helps you create clear, well-defined, and achievable objectives. Here's what each element of SMART goals entails:

1. Specific

Be as specific and clear as possible with what you want to achieve. The narrower your goal, the more you'll understand the direction you want to go. Instead of setting a vague goal like "exercise more," make it specific like "run 3 miles three times a week."

2. Measurable

How will you know you're making progress toward your goal? Setting achievement milestones lets you celebrate your progress! For example, if your goal is to read more books, you can set a measurable milestone of finishing one book per month.

3. Attainable

Setting a realistic goal helps you maintain motivation and focus, and decreases feelings of guilt and overwhelm. Ensure that your goal is within reach and aligned with your abilities and available resources.

4. Relevant

Goals we truly identify with are easier to achieve. Ask yourself why this goal is important to you, visualize how you will feel when you achieve it, and consider how achieving it might help you better embody your values.

5. Time-Bound

A deadline for achieving your goal and setting milestones along the way helps your brain with motivation and focus. Having a defined ending point helps you prioritize things that you have decided are important to you.

Remember, it's okay to adjust and refine your goals along the way as life circumstances change.

And if you find yourself needing extra support and accountability in achieving your goals, our team of dedicated coaches is here to help.

Don't hesitate to reach out and schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see how executive function coaching can empower you to achieve success in 2023 and beyond. Let's make this year a truly transformative and fulfilling journey toward personal growth and accomplishment.

Cheers to a smart and impactful year ahead!