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Here comes 2025! It is really hard to believe, and it seems that we were on the eve of Y2K just yesterday. That was 25 years ago already.
As with any new year, it is a good idea to think about resolutions, but more specifically, goals for things that you would like to accomplish in the coming year.
I like to set out in the new year with both personal and professional goals and objectives. I am not a fan of “resolutions,” but to each his own, as they say.
Why a personal goal? Setting a personal goal forces us to think about what we do in our time away from work. In some cases, it even requires that we take time off to help us achieve those goals. A good example might be taking the family on a vacation to Cancun, Mexico in May 2025 and taking time to visit the Tulum Mayan Ruins, learning about that ancient civilization.
Our professional goals become our north star(s) and help drive us forward in our journey towards success. Setting goals is key and requires thought. It is important that we set goals that are SMART so that we can maximize our chances of achieving the goals.
According to BetterUp, SMART is an acronym that stands for:
• Specific: Your goals should be limited to a single area. Instead of trying to “be a better person,” try focusing on your listening skills or positive self-talk.
• Measurable: The goal must align with explicit metrics, such as saving a specific amount of money or qualifying for a particular certification. This indicates when you’ve accomplished your mission.
• Attainable: The goal needs to be realistic. Maybe you won’t qualify for the Olympic basketball team, but you could improve your free throw percentage.
• Relevant: Goals should move you in the direction of your values, dreams, and ambitions.
• Time-bound: Time-based goals create urgency and encourage efficient time management. There must be a due date for completion so you can pace your efforts.
Setting SMART goals for work can further your career development. Learning how to set goals and achieve them is an invaluable skill. They can be about improving, increasing, developing, or controlling outcomes at work. By creating these goals, you’re showing that you care about finding purpose in your career and are willing to put in the time and effort to do so.
If you want to become part of management one day, you need to set detailed goals to get there. You’ll have to learn the necessary leadership skills, what warrants a promotion, and how many steps there are in the employee ladder.
Your goals should help you visualize precisely where you want to be and the path you must take. Now, good luck for a prosperous 2025.
