Long Term SMART Goals
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Objective/Goal Description
To empower [YOUR NAME] to excel in [Your Department] at [YOUR COMPANY NAME] by developing and implementing long-term career development strategies, improving professional skills, and accelerating career progression.
SMART Goal
The SMART Goal method provides clarity, focus, and motivation to achieve your objectives. Below is a simple and effective way to define your goal:
Initial | Initial Meaning | Component |
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S | Specific | My goal is to advance to a senior-level position within [YOUR TARGET DURATION] years at [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. |
M | Measurable | I will track my progress by assessing skill improvement, job responsibilities, and feedback from superiors every [YOUR REVIEW DURATION]. |
A | Achievable | I will achieve this by engaging in professional development courses and seeking mentorship within my professional network. |
R | Relevant | This goal is professionally relevant as it aligns with my career aspirations of moving into a higher position within [YOUR PROFESSIONAL NETWORK]. |
T | Time-Bound | This goal is time-bound as I aim to achieve it within [YOUR DEPARTMENT]. |
ACTION PLAN
Steps to Achieve the Goal:
Identify necessary skills, qualifications, or experiences required for the goal.
Research available opportunities for advancement or skill development.
Develop a timeline with specific milestones to track progress.
Create a plan to acquire new skills or experiences, such as [SPECIFIC ACTIONS HERE].
Regularly review and adjust the action plan as needed to stay on track.
ACCOUNTABILITY |
Accountability Partner/Method: Choose a mentor, coach, or colleague to hold you accountable for your progress. Share your long-term career goals and action plan with them. Schedule regular check-ins to discuss progress, challenges, and adjustments to the plan, such as [FREQUENCY AND METHOD HERE]. Be open to feedback and support from your accountability partner.
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NOTES
Additional Considerations:
Keep track of any obstacles or setbacks encountered during the pursuit of your long-term goals, such as [POTENTIAL OBSTACLES HERE].
Celebrate milestones and achievements along the way to stay motivated, such as [WAYS TO CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENTS HERE].
Reflect on your progress regularly and adjust your strategies if needed, such as [REFLECTION PROMPTS HERE].
Stay committed and persistent, even in the face of challenges or setbacks, by [STRATEGIES FOR MAINTAINING MOTIVATION HERE].
Continuously reassess your long-term career goals to ensure they remain aligned with your aspirations and values, such as [HOW TO REASSESS GOALS HERE].
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