How to write brilliant objectives v2
- 1. How to – Set Awesome Objectives “Objectives are not commands, they are commitments” Peter Drucker
- 2. How to - Set Awesome Objectives What are the different types of objectives? There are three differenttypes of objectives, highlighted in the blue blobs below. At any one time you will most likely be working on a mixture of all three types. It is advised that you don’t have more than three objectivesat any one time, as it will keep you focusedand your momentumgoing. What makes Camp Australia so special is our people. We are committed to supportingEngaged,Performing People and ensuring that you are set to fulfil your role to the very best of your ability is essential. At Camp Australia performanceis measuredby both ‘What’ you must achieve in your role (Objectives) and ‘How’ you deliver these outcomes(Competencies). WHAT (Objectives) + HOW (Competencies) = Overall Performance This guide will not help you to decide what to have for dinner, or if you should buy those expensive shoes, but it will teach you how to write awesome and SMART objectives… EXCITING! So first things first - why do we have to set objectives? We set objectives so that at any time you know what is expectedof you. You know how you are performing,where you are succeedingand where you may need to concentrateyour attention. Your objectives will provide you guidanceon where you are going, what you have already achieved,how you are contributingto the overall SOAP and ensuresyou are focussing on the things that matter. Cool hey! BUSINESS (Strategic Pillars) Cascaded objectives of the Company, department or team Changes occurring in the Company, department or team PERFORMANCE (Competencies) Objectives to build on your strengths and development areas identified by the review process Areas to focus on from your role profile – key accountabilities, not tasks! Behavioural Personal Objectives Behaviours that need to be developed
- 3. How to - Set Awesome Objectives Why do my objectives have to be SMART? Great question!Being SMART is an acronymyou can use to ensure the objectives you write are awesome! Lets look at this in more detail! SPECIFIC This means the goal is clear and unambiguous. To make goals specific, they have to say exactly what the goal is. You can do this by asking your self these questions… What: What do I want to accomplish? Why: Specific reasons, purpose or benefits of accomplishing the goal. Who: Who is involved? Where: Identify a location. Which: Identify requirementsand constraints. MEASURE OF SUCCESS How do you know if the objective has been reached? Measuring helps you stay on track, reach targetdates and experiencethe exhilaration of achievement that spurs us on to reach our ultimate goal… what ever that may be. ATTAINABLE Do not set unrealistic goals. If you do and thereforedon’t achieve them you will lose momentumand motivation. Ask your self; Is the goal realistic and reasonable? Is accomplishing the goal within your control? RELEVANT Relevant goals (when met) drive you, the team and business forward.A goal that supports or is in alignment with the business would be considereda relevant goal. Ask your self; Is the goal or task aligned with brand and team goals? Will accomplishing the goal positively impact results? Is the goal significant? (We want to do meaningfulwork!) TIME When will you achieve your objective?A commitment to a deadline helps you to focus your efforts on completingthe goal on or beforethe due date.
- 4. How to - Set Awesome Objectives Specific What is the Objective? What will be learnt/ delivered? Be specific. Measure of Success How would you measure progress and know it is achieved? (i.e. threshold, target, stretch...) Attainable What skills and resources will you need? Relevant What Focus Area does it fall under? Time Objective is to be completed by. Communicate consistently - Tone of communication is appropriate with audience - Communication is clear and consistent, even at times of pressure - Familiarity is reserved for the right time, place and audience Team and stakeholders agree that -Message is rarely misunderstood -Communication via all channels is described by others as being polite and clear -No change in communication style in times of pressure -Recognise when and who you to be familiar with. -One to ones with GM to celebrate & review -Feedback from team and stakeholders -Explore development opportunities around communication -Competency - Communication One to Ones: -Weekly to celebrate what has gone well and review what will go better in week ahead -Final review after 3 months to check consistency That’s great, but what does a SMART objective look like? Wow, you’re full of great question today! Below we have a SMART Objectives table, where each letter of the acronym has its own column for you to fill in. Neat Hey! In the table we have an example objective that looks at improving someone's communication consistency.