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How to Write a SMART Goal

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The acronym SMART has become part of the vocabulary of project planning and performance management. It stands for, specific, measurable, agreed upon, realistic and time-based. All SMART goals have these five attributes. Well written goals can be easily managed and provide a clear route to success, but how do you write a SMART Goal? This short video tutorial looks at the dos and don'ts of writing SMART goals.

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