Quick Tip - How to Set SMART Goals for Your Meeting
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Quick Tip: Setting SMART Goals for Effective Meetings
Overview
You've likely heard about setting SMART goals, but do you know how to apply them to your meetings to ensure success? Here's a guide to making your meetings more efficient using the SMART framework.
Why SMART Goals Matter
The first step in planning an agenda is defining clear goals for the meeting. When done correctly, goals should be:
Specific
Your goal must detail exactly what you intend to accomplish. For instance, "In the next hour, we'll develop a strategy to boost market share by 10%." This precise focus prevents losing control of the meeting.
Measurable
Assess whether the goal has been achieved. Define it as a number (e.g., five ideas, a 10% increase, a decision) or an achievement (e.g., strategy completed).
Achievable
Ensure goals are realistic within the resources and time available. While identifying twenty budget-cutting ideas in fifteen minutes is feasible, creating a comprehensive marketing plan in 30 minutes is not.
Relevant
Goals must align with your business’s overall mission. Evaluate each goal by asking, "What happens without it?" If the answer is "nothing," reconsider holding the meeting.
Time-Bound
Set clear deadlines (e.g., by noon) or rates (e.g., three tasks per hour) to motivate progress and measure success. Choose timeframes that are realistic and manageable.
Final Check
Ensure your goals are so clear that anyone could use them to run the meeting effectively. This clarity will guarantee productive and focused discussions every time.
By integrating SMART goals into your meeting planning, you'll transform your sessions into powerful and productive events.
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