Choose five of the scenarios in Appendix C and evaluate the goals according to the SMART criteria. Provide support for your evaluation.
Goal setter and goal
S
Is the goal specific?
M
Is the goal measurable?
A
Is the goal attainable?
R
Is the goal realistic?
T
Is the goal timely?
Monique:
She wants to open her own women’s clothing boutique in 6 to 12 months.
Yes
She wants to open up a women’s clothing boutique in 6 to 12 months.
No
She needs more time to research stores, locations, and formulate a business plan
No
She
No
Does not have a realistic time frame
.
No
Without realistic progress she is not likely to open up her store in 6 to 12 months.
James:
He hopes to play professional football within 2 years
Yes
He wants to play linebacker for the chargers
Yes
He will know his goal if he makes the NFL team
No
Very difficult to play in the NFL
No
Because of his age, and lack of experience the goal is not realistic
No
2 years till training camp starts is not enough time to be ready to play
Jie:
She hopes to gain 5 pounds in 1 month
Yes
She wants to gain 5 pounds in a healthy way.
Yes
If she eats more carbs, exercising and eating more right after working out
Yes
By sticking with the carb, and exercise plan the goal can be reached
Yes
Being healthier, having more energy can lead to her goal
Yes
1 month is enough time to reach her goal to gain 5 pounds
Lawrence:
He hopes to save enough money for a second car within 1 year
