What Are SMART Goals?
SMART goals are like a map for your dreams. They help you know exactly where you are going and how to get there. SMART stands for:
S: Specific - What exactly do you want to do?
M: Measurable - How will you know when you reach your goal?
A: Achievable - Is your goal possible?
R: Relevant - Does this goal matter to you?
T: Time-bound - When will you reach your goal?
Imagine you want to get a better score in English tests like TOEIC. A SMART goal would be:
"I will study English for one hour every day to get a score of 900 in TOEIC in six months."
What Are WOOP Goals?
WOOP is another way to think about your dreams. It's good for when you have a goal that can change as you work on it, like getting better at speaking English. WOOP stands for:
W: Wish - What do you want?
O: Outcome - What good things will happen when you get your wish?
O: Obstacle - What could stop you from your wish?
P: Plan - What will you do to overcome the obstacle?
If your wish is to speak English more fluently, your WOOP goal could be: "I wish to speak English well. When I do, I can make new friends. If I feel shy, I will practice with my teacher or friends to feel more confident."
Using Goals to Make Dreams Real
We meet many smart people. They are leaders, engineers, and they know a lot about business. They have big dreams like getting high scores in TOEIC or OPIC. We use SMART goals for things that need a clear plan, like a score. For something big and not so clear, like speaking English well, we use WOOP.
Every Step Counts
Remember, every small step is important. If your goal is to score 900 in TOEIC, every hour you study helps. If your wish is to speak English, every word you speak counts.
Let's Start!
Now, what is your dream? Do you want a big score or to speak better? Let's make a SMART or WOOP goal.
Every day, take one step. We can do it together!
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