Get SMART

Ever wonder what the difference is between wishful thinking and a powerful energizing, dynamic, life changing goal? Wishful thinking seldom happens and SMART Goals almost always happen. As you plan for a Great 2008 here is how to get SMART.

The components of a SMART goal are:
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. In other words, SMART.

Here is how it works. One person says, "I would like to go on a two week cruise some day." This is wishful thinking and probably won’t happen.

The other person says, "I would like to go on a two week cruise in the Caribbean during the 2008 Spring Break. (Specific) I have a budget of $3,000 and a two week vacation. (Measurable and Attainable). The cheapest fares of the year are in September but I choose not to cruise during Hurricane Season (Realistic and Timely). "

Why not put this powerful formula to work for you in planning your professional education for 2008?

Specific: What type of courses will better enable you to serve your clients
Measurable: How many hours of CE are required or how many hours and dollars have you budgeted?
Attainable: Do you have the ability to access the course and will it fit in with your schedule?
Realistic: Can you do 10 parts of an advanced designation in 6 months? Probably not but what is realistic?
Timely: What are the coming trends that are impacting your clients? How can you be a leader in your field?

As you see, it’s simple and powerful. No computer or business consultant is needed! This concept works in family and personal planning as well as in business. So the next time you think, “Wouldn’t it be nice if ……………” just remember to get SMART. Put wings on your dreams and make it happen. Your friends at 360training want to help you Be great in ‘08!!