S in S.M.A.R.T. stands for "specific." Goals should be specific and clear. This is important to ensure that individuals know and understand exactly why and how they will achieve their goal. 

Specific Goals (S.M.A.R.T.)

M in S.M.A.R.T. stands for "measurable." Goals should include how to measure one's progress in meeting their objectives. This involves numbers (i.e., quantifiable measures) so that one can see how they're reaching what they aim to achieve. 

Measurable Goals (S.M.A.R.T.)

A in S.M.A.R.T. stands for "achievable." Goals should be realistic in order to make sure that one can achieve their objectives. While having challenges is great, the goals still have to be within the individual's capabilities. 

Achievable Goals (S.M.A.R.T.)

R in S.M.A.R.T. stands for "relevant." Goals should be relevant and align with what the individual believes in. 

Relevant Goals (S.M.A.R.T.)

T in S.M.A.R.T. stands for "time-bound." Individuals should set a timeline or deadline for their goals. This is important to ensure that their goals are being prioritized and they will get done. 

Time-bound Goals (S.M.A.R.T.)

S.M.A.R.T. goals serve as a structured framework to help individuals set and achieve their main objectives (i.e., goals). Below lists what each letter means:
- S - Specific 
- M - Measurable
- A - Achievable
- R - Relevant
- T - Time-bound

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A goal is a desired outcome that an individual is aiming to achieve.  It is what the goal is trying to achieve. A goal can be either:
- Intrinsic
- Extrinsic

Goal

Leonard, K., & Watts, R. (2024, July 9). The Ultimate Guide to S.M.A.R.T. goals. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/smart-goals/ 

The Ultimate Guide To S.M.A.R.T. Goals

Goals with an "outward" orientation - meaning they are concerned with extrinsic manifestations of worth rather than fulfilling innate need satisfaction  (Williams, Cox, Hedberg, & Deci, 2000; Fromm, 1976; Van Boven & Gilovich, 2003). In SDT, they include:
- wealth 
- fame
- image
- physical appearance 

Extrinsic goals

Leads to the direct satisfaction of psychological needs (R. M. Ryan & Deci, 2000a, 2000b). In SDT, they include:
- personal growth
- relationships/affiliation
- community contribution
- health

Intrinsic goals

Intrinsic goal framing will work well with (benefits) intrinsically oriented people, while extrinsic goal framing works well with (benefits) extrinsic oriented people (Hidi & Harackiewicz, 2000; Sagiv & Schwartz, 2000). There is strong evidence that this is not the case (in learning intrinsic framing consistently works better regardless of the students' goal orientation). 

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