Explain the importance of making a goal 'measurable'. Provide an example of how to make the goal 'learn a new skill' measurable.

Making a goal measurable allows you to track your progress over time. For example, 'Complete an online course on Python programming and build three functional applications by the end of the year'.

What does it mean for a goal to be 'actionable,' and how can you ensure your goals meet this criterion?

A goal is actionable when it is immediately clear what action needs to be taken to accomplish it. You can ensure this by beginning your goals with a verb.

Creating SMART Goals

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Learning Objective

I can create a SMART goal for personal or professional development.

Key Concepts

People who don’t write down their goals are less likely to accomplish them.

The SMARTER goal system includes being specific, measurable, actionable, relevant, time-bound, evaluate, and reward.

To make a goal measurable, you need to be able to see progress over time.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 8 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What does the acronym SMART stand for in the context of goal setting?

2. Why is it important to write down your goals?

3. According to the video, what is one reason people fail to achieve their goals?

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