Do you have a goal???

Goals should be...Specific

Getting an “A” in Math and a “B” in Accounts is much more specific than just saying that you would like to get good grades this semester

MeasurableYou’re more likely to keep up if you can see

progress toward your goal. For example, getting an “A” on your midterm is measurable progress toward getting an “A” in the class.

Moderately difficultA goal that is too hard or too easy will decrease

your motivation and won’t show you what you’re really capable of accomplishing. Use what you’ve accomplished in the past as a guide

Self-chosenYou are much more likely to achieve a goal that

you set for yourself than one that has been set for you

PositiveSay what you do want to accomplish instead of

what you don’t want to do. “I will attend all classes,” is much better than “I won’t skip any classes.”

RealisticWinning a marathon after two weeks of training

is an unrealistic goal. Use what you’ve accomplished in the past to set a reasonable goal for the future.

FlexibleIf it looks like you can’t reach your original goal,

be flexible and redraw your planAssociated with a deadline

When do you plan on accomplishing this goal, in a month, day, or year?

Written downIt will serve as a better reminder to keep you

motivated

Where goal setting can go wrongWhen goal setting is disorganized

For example, keep personal and academic goals separate

When goals are unrealisticFor example, becoming a company CEO

immediately after graduation is an unrealistic goal

Goals that are ‘beyond’ your controlFor example, winning the lottery is definitely

beyond your control

When goals are vagueFor example, “becoming successful” or

“becoming a better student” are not clear goals to work toward.

When you set too many goalsAt any one time you should focus on achieving

only three or four goals

SMART Goals:

S – SpecificM – MeasurableA – Attainable or AchievableR – RealisticT – Time-bound

SMART Goals offer: Clarity Direction Increased motivation, involvement,

& commitment Improved chances for successSo, everyone…Get SMART with the goals you are

setting!

Three types of goals for students to develop:

ACADEMIC: What do I want to achieve in college this year?

CAREER: How can I prepare for the future?

PERSONAL: Who am I? What do I really want?

GOALS: ACADEMIC

How can I build on my strengths?

How can I improve?

What can I achieve? (attendance, percentage, course selection…)

GOALS: CAREERWhat do I want to do

in the future?

What should I do now to prepare?

What are my other options?

GOALS: PERSONAL

Who am I?

How can I be involved?

How can I contribute?

Types of Procrastinators

Perfectionist: wants to be perfect; needs to focus on excellence

Dreamer: Have big ideas but don’t follow through; needs to set specific goals

Worrier: avoids situations that cause stress/anxiety; needs to break tasks down and focus on what they do know

Crisis-Maker: Enjoy getting it done at the last minute; needs to create own motivation

Overdoer: Have difficulty saying no; needs to set daily priorities and create time for self.

ObstaclesIf you encounter an obstacle:

Add them to your goal planTreat them as short or long term

goals that you must achieveBe flexible and willing to change

your plan and timelineAbove all, Don’t Stress!!!

Dealing with Procrastination?If your goal is long term

Take small steps to complete your goalNo matter what, just startKeep little reminders

Tell a friend your goal, ask them to remind you Keep little notes of encouragement

Reward yourself when you complete a task Buy something special for yourself Do something special for yourself Call someone who would motivate you

AccomplishmentReward yourself Acknowledge the contributions of others

Let the people who helped you along the way know that you have accomplished your goal

Share your news with family and friendsYou would be amazed how excited

people get when you succeedSet another goal or continue

working on your current goals

AssignmentComplete your Goal Setting by –

---------, 2010

Goal Setting Exercise What motivates you? And Why?

Money Recognition Desire to please Self Satisfaction Sense of Accomplishment Fear Physical needs Any other _____________

Visualize what you would like to be doing 5 years from nowHigher Studies?Working?Family?Home?Car?

How will you reach these goals?

In what general area/career do you wish to work?

What will be your most important “product/deed” for which you want to be remembered?

What kind of person do you want to be?What words describe your ideal lifestyle?

By:Prof. Sandeep Sharma93101020229311111727prof.sandeeps@gmail.com