Goal - its setting ,tracking and relevance
- 1. Goal setting & Tracking Semester 3 – Professional Communication Skills (303193203)
- 2. Learning Objectives Understand the significance of goal setting in personal and professional life. Differentiate between life, personal, and professional goals. Develop SMART goals and align them with personal vision. Apply practical strategies to monitor and achieve performance goals. Design action plans to overcome challenges and sustain motivation.
- 3. Introduction-Activity-What’s Your Goal? Instructions: •Draw or display a large dartboard-style target (physically or on the board) with 3 zones: • Inner Circle: Long-Term Goals • Middle Circle: Short-Term Goals • Outer Circle: Daily Tasks •Ask each student to take a sticky note (or card) and write down one personal or academic goal they have in mind. •One by one, students come up and place their note on the target, where they feel their goal fits (long-term, short-term, or daily). •After everyone places their note, pick a few at random and discuss how such goals can be achieved, leading into the importance of setting and tracking goals.
- 4. • Provides Direction and Motivation Setting clear goals gives you a path to follow and keeps you motivated to work towards something meaningful. • Enhances Self-Confidence Achieving small goals builds confidence, showing you that your efforts lead to success. • Helps Track Personal and Professional Development Goals allow you to measure your growth, identify strengths, and work on areas of improvement over time. “Vision without action is a daydream; action without vision is a nightmare.” – Japanese Proverb Importance of Goal Setting
- 5. • Defining goals means setting a personal or professional destination. It gives you a clear idea of what you want to achieve. • Goals act like a map to guide your performance and effort. They help you stay focused, organized, and purposeful in your actions. What is Goal Setting?
- 6. • Clarifies Expectations Goals define what needs to be achieved, making priorities and outcomes clear. • Encourages Consistent Effort Having a goal keeps you focused and motivated to take regular action. • Allows Measurable Progress Goals make it easy to track how far you’ve come and what still needs to be done Why Goal Setting is Important?
- 7. Types of Goals •Short-Term Goals Focus on immediate tasks and performance improvements. Example: Submitting assignments on time, improving a subject grade this semester. •Long-Term Goals Aim at overall growth and future potential. Example: Becoming a software engineer, securing a dream job, or pursuing higher studies. These two types of goals work together — short- term goals build the path to achieving long-term success.
- 8. SMART Goals SMART goals help you plan effectively by ensuring your goals are: •Specific Clearly state what you want to achieve. •Measurable Define how you will track your progress and success. •Achievable Set realistic goals that are within your ability and resources. •Relevant Ensure the goal aligns with your broader objectives and priorities. •Time-bound Set a clear deadline to stay focused and motivated.
- 9. SMART Goals • Specific • Measurable • Achievable • Relevant • Time-bound
- 10. The Goal Setting Process • Define Outcome Goal Set a clear long-term goal that you want to achieve. • Identify Performance Goals Break down the outcome into 2–3 focused short-term goals that support it. • Break Them into Process Goals List specific daily or weekly actions needed to achieve each performance goal. • Track and Evaluate Regularly Monitor your progress, make adjustments if needed, and review your performance over time.
- 11. Tracking Your Progress •Break Goals into Smaller Tasks Divide big goals into manageable steps to stay organized and motivated. •Daily/Weekly Review Regularly check your progress to stay on track and maintain consistency. •Adjustments When Needed Be flexible—revise your plan if something isn't working. •Focus on Effort, Not Just Outcome Concentrate on consistent actions, as results will follow with steady effort.
- 12. Challenges in Goal Setting • Unclear Expectations Goals that are vague or not well-defined can cause confusion and lack of focus. • Fear of Failure Doubts or fear of not succeeding can stop you from even starting. • Lack of Tracking and Feedback Without regular monitoring, it’s hard to measure progress or improve performance. • Procrastination Delaying actions can prevent goals from being achieved on time.
- 13. Activity 1 -Step Goal Planner Instructions: •Students form pairs. •Each student selects one personal or academic goal (e.g., Improve English, Get a 9 SGPA). •Using the 3-Step Goal Planner template, they complete: • Outcome Goal • 3 Performance Goals • 3 Process Goals for each performance goal •Partners give feedback on each other’s plans. •Selected pairs present their goals to the class for discussion. Focus on setting SMART goals and breaking them into clear, actionable steps.
- 14. Activity 2 -Goal Mapping Wall Instructions: •Divide the class into small groups (3–4 students each). •Provide each group with chart paper or space on a board. •Each group chooses a common goal (e.g., "Crack campus placement", "Build a mini project", "Improve CGPA"). •They must map the path to this goal using: • Outcome Goal at the top • Performance Goals in the middle • Process Goals as branches or steps underneath •Encourage the use of symbols, arrows, and color coding to visualize steps clearly. •Groups present their goal map to the class.
- 15. Conclusion Recap of key points: Goal setting is a skill that brings clarity, direction, and confidence. • SMART goals help make dreams achievable. • Tracking keeps motivation alive and helps evaluate progress..
- 16. Learning Outcomes By the end of this two-hour session, students will be able to: •Define and classify short-term and long-term goals. •Use SMART criteria to write effective goals. •Break down complex goals into actionable steps. •Monitor and adjust progress using tracking tools. •Apply strategies to overcome setbacks and stay committed.
- 17. Thank You