Goal Setting

Goal setting is important in leadership especially when it is to improve yourself as a leader. Leaning new styles of learning and leading, how to manage and solve conflicts, and building relationships. When setting goals it is important to know how to effectively set and reach a goal. Steps for setting and achieving a goal is;

1. What goal do I want to achieve- Make it achievable and realistic
2. How can I make my goal as specific as possible- Who, What, Where, When
3. What recourses and skills do I currently have that will help me in reaching my goal.-Identify strengths in this area
4. What mini goal do I need to set in order to achieve my major goal- Progression goals
5. By what date do I want to achieve each mini goal.- Specific
6. By what date do I want to have my major goal achieved- Specific
7. Take action with an outstanding attitude and evaluate your progress.- Keep reminding yourself of your goal and tell other people what your goal is so they can also remind you.

(Ed Gerety)