S M A R T GOALS

Some of our clients are familiar with the idea of being "S-M-A-R-T" about setting goals.

• Specific - if you can be precise about the target you increase the chances of hitting it
• Measurable - remember, what gets measured, gets done.  Measure cost, quality, quantity, time, etc.  Without effective measurements, you will be at someone else's whim
• Agreed to - obtain agreement from the appropriate stakeholders and project participants to assure they don't undermine the goal later
• Reachable - make the goals attainable; if others perceive they are unattainable they likely won't commit or try
• Timely - determine and establish a well defined target/deadline so everyone knows what is expected.