SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and tangible. Specific goals identify clear targets using the six W questions. Measurable goals establish concrete criteria to track progress. Attainable goals can be achieved through wise planning and a reasonable time frame. Realistic goals represent objectives someone is willing and able to work towards. Tangible goals can be experienced through one of the senses to make progress clearly defined.
HARD goals are heartfelt, animated, required, and difficult. Heartfelt goals are personally meaningful. Animated goals are vividly imagined down to fine details. Required goals feel necessary rather than optional. Difficult goals challenge one to grow but remain achievable. Setting the right level of challenge