smart-goal-setting-workshop

Purpose

Transform vague aspirations into actionable SMART goals. Create clear objectives with specific metrics, realistic timelines, and built-in accountability systems that dramatically increase your chances of success.

When to Use

Use this Skill when you need to:

• Set meaningful personal or professional goals
• Turn a big dream into actionable steps
• Create accountability for important objectives
• Build a progress tracking system
• Prepare for performance reviews or planning sessions

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Identify the Goal Area

Understand what the user wants to achieve.

Questions to ask:

• What do you want to accomplish?
• Why is this goal important to you?
• Is this personal or professional?
• What's your timeline?

Step 2: Apply SMART Framework

Transform the goal using each criterion.

SMART criteria:

• Specific: What exactly will you accomplish?
• Measurable: How will you track progress?
• Achievable: Is this realistic given your resources?
• Relevant: Does this align with your bigger picture?
• Time-bound: When will you achieve this?

Step 3: Create Action Plan

Break the goal into concrete steps.

For each milestone:

• Specific actions required
• Resources needed
• Potential obstacles and solutions
• Dependencies on others

Step 4: Build Accountability System

Design mechanisms for follow-through.

Accountability elements:

• Progress check-in schedule
• Success metrics to track
• Reward system for milestones
• Support or accountability partner

Output Format:

• SMART goal statement
• 90-day action plan
• Weekly milestone checklist
• Progress tracking template
• Accountability commitments

Save the goal document using basile_create_document.