SMART objectives

GBS Corporate Training2 minutes read

Objectives in a job should be clear, measurable, and challenging, with 4-6 being ideal for management and evaluation. Using the SMART criteria ensures objectives are specific, motivating, achievable, and support progress tracking and performance management.

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  • Crafting objectives with the SMART criteria ensures they are specific, measurable, agreed upon, relevant, and time-bound, enhancing clarity, motivation, and accountability in achieving them.
  • Objectives should encompass 4-6 key tasks and outcomes, detailing performance standards and conditions, facilitating effective management, evaluation, and individualized support for progress tracking and performance enhancement.

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  • How many objectives should a job have?

    4-6 objectives are ideal for a job.

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Crafting Effective Job Objectives Using SMART Criteria

  • Objectives are crucial statements outlining key tasks and outcomes in a job, with 4-6 being ideal for effective management and evaluation. They must include the task, key conditions, and standards for performance, ensuring clarity and measurability.
  • To create effective objectives, use the SMART criteria: Specific and Stretching, Measurable and Motivating, Agreed and Achievable, Relevant and Reinforced, Timed and Trackable. Following these guidelines ensures objectives are clear, challenging, achievable, and tailored to individual needs, supporting progress tracking and performance management.
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