SMART Goal - The Guiding Light in Coaching

If you don't have a clear destination in mind, it's impossible to determine if you're on the correct path, what steps will lead you to your goal, or even recognize when you've reached it. Success in any project, whether personal or professional, relies on having a well-defined goal that directs your focus, actions, and efforts. This is particularly true in results-driven coaching. As we embark on our coaching journey, we always start by identifying your current position and, more importantly, precisely where you want to go by establishing a SMART goal to guide the entire process.

What exactly is a SMART goal?

A SMART goal is a goal that is SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ACHIEVABLE, RELEVANT, and TIME-BOUND.

Specific: When setting your goal, it's crucial to be as detailed and clear as possible. The more precise the goal, the easier it is to take concrete steps towards achieving it and to stay motivated.

Measurable: To track progress and ensure you're moving in the right direction towards your vision, you need to quantify it. This involves determining what success looks like and how you'll know when you've reached it.

Achievable: Your goal should be realistic to keep you motivated. It's essential to ensure it's within your reach and that you have the power or influence to achieve the desired outcome.

Relevant: A key factor in successfully reaching your goal is its relevance. It must be meaningful and worthwhile to you, ensuring you remain motivated to pursue it.

Time-Bound: Every goal should have a specific deadline. This helps maintain focus, creates a sense of urgency, and ensures you prioritize long-term success over daily distractions.

In my coaching program, we start with a comprehensive 90-minute goal-setting session to establish a clear direction and a method to track progress. I also check in at the start of each session to assess progress and determine if the goal remains relevant or needs adjustments. We set individual SMART goals at the beginning of each session to keep discussions focused and aligned with the overall objective.

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