GOAL SETTING FOR YOUR STUDENT 

What is a goal? A goal is a task or objective that you want to achieve over time. For example, as a freshman, I want to pass all of my courses. 

Ten Steps to Developing Your Goal:

1.          Visualize Your Goal- Visualize yourself already in possession of your goal.

2.          Believe in Your Goal- Learn all you can about what you are seeking.

3.          Define Your Goal- Many people have no goals. If you are not aiming for anything, it is impossible to reach any kind of target. Narrow down your goal to one at a time.

4.          Make a Decision- Decision = Commitment

5.          Put a Deadline on Your Goal- Have some short-term goals.

6.          Write Your Goal Down on Paper- Be specific.

7.          Verbally Share Your Goal with Others- This can help motivate you to accomplish your goal.

8.          Develop a Plan or Method- What have you done in the past, and what must you now do to reach it?

9.          Approach Your Goal with a Positive Outlook- Expect to succeed.

10.      Develop Self-Motivation and Self-Discipline- Do whatever it takes to reach your goal. 

Remember a Goal must be:

·        Stated in clear terms

·        Believable

·        Achievable 

List a goal in each area: 

MY ACADEMIC GOAL: _____________________________________________

MY FUTURE EDUCATIONAL GOAL: __________________________________ 

MY CAREER GOAL: _______________________________________________ 

MY PERSONAL GOAL: _____________________________________________