SMART Goals Worksheet
The following SMART Goals worksheet is designed to help you effectively set personal goals for yourself.
SMART is an acronym used to effectively set goals. It is a simple tool to help create an actionable plan that gets results. There are several variants, but SMART usually stands for:
S – Specific
M – Measurable
A – Achievable
R – Relevant
T – Time-bound
The criteria for SMART Goals Worksheet
| Specific | Your goal should be detailed and state the exact level of performance expected. |
| Measurable | Your goal should contain a measurable indicator to assess the amount of your progress and to definitely determine if the goal has been achieved. |
| Achievable | Your goal should challenge you and stretch your abilities, but realistically be able to be attained. |
| Relevant | Your goals should be important to you and motivate you. |
| Time-bound | Your goal should specify when the result(s) will be achieved. |
Printable Version – SMART Goals Worksheet Printable
Step 1:
Write down your goal on one line.
My goal is to: ________________________________________________
Step 2:
Make your goal SPECIFIC by adding details. Answer the questions: who, what, where, when, and how.
| Who: |
| What: |
| Where: |
| When: |
| How: |
Step 3:
Make your goal MEASUREABLE. Add measurements and tracking details.
I will measure/track my goal by using the following numbers or methods:
________________________________________________
I will know I’ve reached my goal when ________________________________________________
Step 4:
Make sure your goal is ACHIEVABLE. What additional resources do you need for success?
Items I need to achieve this goal: ________________________________________________
How I’ll find the time: ________________________________________________
Things I need to learn more about: ________________________________________________
People I can talk to for support: ________________________________________________
Step 5:
Make your goal RELEVANT. List why you want to reach this goal:
Step 6:
Make your goal TIME-BOUND. Put a deadline on your goal.
I will reach my goal by the following date: ___/___/______.
Set some benchmarks to track your progress.
| Date | I will have accomplished… |
| ___/___/______ | __________________________________ |
| ___/___/______ | __________________________________ |
| ___/___/______ | __________________________________ |
| ___/___/______ | __________________________________ |
| ___/___/______ | I will have reached my goal___________ |