SMART Goals Model. Specific. Measureable. Achievable. Relevant. Time-bound. Talent Management Learning Series 2

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1 SMART Goals 101

2 SMART Goals Model S M A R T Specific Measureable Achievable Relevant Time-bound Talent Management Learning Series 2

3 SMART Goals Model in Detail Specific Define expectations and explain the objectives Avoid generalities and use action verbs as much as possible Measurable Achievable Relevant Time-bound Define specific metrics for quantity, quality, timeliness, and cost that can be objectively measured. Motivation and skill development are supported by goals that are challenging within reason Consider each individual goal and the overall number and challenge of all goals Link goals to organizational strategies Ensure understanding of how each goal contributes to the attainment of team, department/school and district goals Specify a date or amount of time when the goal needs to be completed Use the detailed questions on the following pages to develop, refine and discuss individual goals for performance and for development Talent Management Learning Series 3

4 Specific What will the goal accomplish? How and why will it be accomplished? Does the goal clearly define expectations with actions and outcomes? Is the goal specific? Does it use action verbs? Talent Management Learning Series 4

5 Measurable How will you measure whether or not the goal has been reached? Is the goal results-based? Does the goal define specific metrics (quantity, quality, etc.) that can be objectively measured? Talent Management Learning Series 5

6 Is it possible? Achievable Have others done it successfully? Is the achievement of the goal within your control? Is it possible to successfully complete the number of goals developed? Do you have the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, and resources to accomplish the goal? Will meeting the goal challenge you without defeating you? Talent Management Learning Series 10

7 Relevant What is the main reason, purpose or benefit of accomplishing the goal? What is the result of the goal? Is the scope of the goals appropriate given your current position? Does the goal clearly align with department and organizational goals? Do you understand how your goal contributes to the organization s objectives? Talent Management Learning Series 7

8 Time-bound Does the goal specify a date or amount of time when each goal should be completed? What is the established completion date? Does that completion date create a practical sense of urgency? Talent Management Learning Series 8

9 SMART Goal Worksheet Talent Management Learning Series 9

10 Apply Knowledge Which of the following goals is a SMART goal? The number of students achieving one year s worth of growth in fourth grade English Language Arts will increase from 57% in September 2017 to 67% in May There will be an increase in literacy achievement of all students during the year. Talent Management Learning Series 10

11 Questions for Discussion Which components were missing from the goal that did not follow the SMART format? How can that goal be rewritten to make it a SMART goal? Which components of a SMART goal are most difficult to develop? Talent Management Learning Series 11

12 Questions for Reflection Review your individual performance and/or professional development goals. Have you created SMART goals? Isthe scope of your goals appropriate? Are there too few or too many goals? Are the goals results-based and measurable? Are measures of success set at the right level? Are goals practical and achievable? Is achievement of goals under your control? Do you have the skills necessary to achieve the goals? Talent Management Learning Series 12

13 SMART Goal Quick Tips Specific A specific goal has a much greater chance of success than a general goal To set a specific goal you must answer questions around the goal: Who is involved? What will be accomplished? Where is this taking place? When will this occur? Which requirements and constraints need to be considered? Measurable Clearly state the results to be achieved Establish criteria for measuring progress toward the achievement of each goal in order to stay on track to reach the goal Achievable The level of challenge in a goal should match what the employee is willing and able to work towards Objectives should be challenging, but should also be attainable Relevant The goal should align with organization and department goals for a common purpose and focus The purpose or reason for the goal should connect individual results and contributionsto the mission of the team, school/department and district Time-Bound Goals should be given completion dates that create a reasonable sense of urgency Talent Management Learning Series 13

14 Happy SMART Goal Writing! Talent Management Learning Series 21