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This is the time of year when people typically take stock of where they are and make resolutions for the new year. In setting goals for 2015, it is useful to be reminded about the now classic advice about maximizing the chances of success by setting 'SMART' goals.

What are SMART Goals?

The acronym stands for goals that are:

·Specific

·Measurable

·Attainable

·Realistic

·Timely

Whether for business, government or in the family, SMART goals are important

Specific

Specific goals are concrete and easy to understand and picture. As a result such goals are far more likely to be pursued and accomplished. One way to make them specific is to address the fundamental "W" questions:

*Who: Who is involved?

*What: What do I want to accomplish?

*Where: Is it to be performed?

*When: What is the time frame and schedule by which it must be done?

*Which: What resources are required and challenges that must be overcome?

*Why: Specific reasons, purpose or benefits of accomplishing the goal?

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