Add entries to all of my goals

This goal has been hanging over my head as something that should be done. It’s time for me to give up on it and make room for what I actually want to do.

I want to implement SMARTNESS into my goals. The entry section of each goal provides a place to do that. SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-Bound.

S ~ Specific: Ask Who? What? Where?
M ~ Measurable: How will I measure this goal?
A ~ Attainable: Is this goal realistic but still challenging?
R ~ Results-oriented: Does this goal fit in with my other goals and plans?
T ~ Time-bound: Ask When? Is this goal trackable? How will I monitor my progress?

...will help me define and make my goals measurable, stay focused upon accomplishing them, and clarify which of the goals are truly my priority.

...and so yes, i should think really carefully about my goals and entries to support them- what’s the point of having them otherwise?!

This was the easiest goal on my list, and the first one I finished off it. So, really, by writing this entry, I’m completing this goal. And I’m going to check it off when I’m done writing it.

I think it was worth doing. I’ll be able to reflect on what I thought when I first began attempting to complete a goal, and when I actually finish.

So, yay. Finished my first goal.

I think it is great to write entries, but having to write them for all of my goals is added pressure I don’t need right now. I’ll take the advice that I’ve told my wife which is, If you are not enjoying it, don’t do it.

I don’t want to become complacent or forget about my goals, each of them is important to me. Adding entries helps me clarify and personalise the goals so I know exactly what I need to do and when to do it.

For a number of reasons:
1) Give em something to cheer about!
2) Helps me focus on what I wish to accomplish with the goal.
3) An interesting read for myself and others.
4) Really solidifies the goal.
5) Is a great way to chart progress.
6) Helps me to determine my level of interest in the goal.
7) A good way to share feelings, strategies and experience with others.

And not do these damn MSN listings.

OK to work now.

yet another delightful bit of 43things minutae.