Introduction
A goal provides direction. In order to know where you are going, you need to know how to develop a plan that clarifies departmental expectations in writing and in “voice.” The translation of role responsibilities into a set of expected outcomes requires careful and clear thought, planning, and implementation. Knowing where to secure information and when to ask pertinent questions are critical components of the goal-setting process, especially in a changing environment. This workshop will show you how to make realistic, measurable, time-sensitive goals that connect to both business challenges and to individual career goals.
Objective
What You Will Learn:
- Differences between Objectives and Goals
- Distinguish between well-written and poorly-written planning objectives
- Write specific, measurable, and realistic objectives
- Write Action Plans to achieve measurable goals
- How to measure plan accomplishments
Program Outline
- Introduction to the concept of goal setting.
- Defining what is a goal.
- How goals help in communications.
- Learning and demonstrating goal setting skills.
- Action planning.
Methodology
A practical session with an opportunity to consider the theory and apply your learning within small groups and using self-analysis tools.
Takeaways
The key takeaways will include:
- SMART objectives and how to use them to achieve results
- Developing metrics to enable measurement of plan success
- Involving other key people in the planning and goal-setting process
- Establishing consequences for plan outcomes