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If you sure of what you want to do, but unsure of where to start, then you've come to the right place. Having SMART goals could be a game changer.

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'I want to run a marathon'

with the following one:

'I will run twice a week for at least two miles so I can finish a marathon by the end of 2024.'

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The second one is less vague and makes the goal of running a marathon seem achievable. It is based on the SMART framework

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The second one is less vague and makes the goal of running a marathon seem achievable. It is based on the SMART framework

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It's positively worded and makes the goal of running a marathon seem achievable.

See: https://www.bitesizelearning.co.uk/resources/smart-goals-meaning-examples

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Here's how you can refine your ideas and use the framework to create SMART goals

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Here's how you can refine your ideas and use the framework to create SMART goals

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✅ Before starting, check your current situation

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✅ Before starting, check your current situation

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It's important to pause and reflect. Here are some key questions to ask yourself.

🔍 What is happening now?

Think about what, who, when, how, and how often you are doing what you are doing.

What steps have you already taken?

📊 What is the effect or result?

How has it brought you closer to your goal, or highlighted challenges?

💡 What options do you have?

List all possible actions to move forward.

✔️ Is the list comprehensive?

Could anything be missing? Which option feels best?

🧰 What resources will you need?

Time, tools, knowledge, or support.

⚠️ What might stop you?

Think realistically about obstacles.

🚀 How can you overcome these barriers?

Plan strategies in advance to stay on track.

💡 Final Tip: Reflecting on your current reality creates a strong foundation for SMART goals. Without this step, goals risk being unclear or unrealistic.

❓ Question: Which of these reflective questions would give you the most insight if you asked it today?

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SPECIFIC:  I will drink a glass of water, check my balance and posture before warming up.  

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SPECIFIC:  I will drink a glass of water, check my balance and posture before warming up.  

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📌 Specific – Define your goal clearly. What exactly do you want to accomplish?

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MEASURABLE:  I want to increase my range by 2 semitones without using falsetto.                                                                   I will do two exercises specific to increasing range e.g., lip buzz scales (singing a major scale plus a note) and circular sirens on an NG sound for a week then change them for two different exercises.

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MEASURABLE:  I want to increase my range by 2 semitones without using falsetto.                                                                   I will do two exercises specific to increasing range e.g., lip buzz scales (singing a major scale plus a note) and circular sirens on an NG sound for a week then change them for two different exercises.

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📏 Measurable – Track your progress.

If you can’t measure it, you can’t celebrate progress.

Numbers, milestones, or tangible outcomes make goals motivating.

Instead of “I’ll practice more,” try “I’ll practice for 25 minutes then take a 5-minute break”

Tip: Decide how you’ll check in—daily, weekly, or monthly.

Ask yourself, how will I know I’ve achieved it?

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ACHIEVABLE:  Increasing my range by 2 semi-tones pushes me, and I think I can do it with a consistent approach.  

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ACHIEVABLE:  Increasing my range by 2 semi-tones pushes me, and I think I can do it with a consistent approach.  

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⏱️ Achievable – Set yourself up for success.

Goals should challenge you but still be realistic.

“Increasing my range by 4 semi-tones without using falsetto" isn't viable in a 13-week timeframe

But “2 semi-tones in 13 weeks” might be within reach.

Tip: Consider your time, energy, and resources.

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RELEVANT:  This will give me better control over pitch and tone and help me with my wider goal of adding 90s RnB to my repertoire.

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RELEVANT:  This will give me better control over pitch and tone and help me with my wider goal of adding 90s RnB to my repertoire.

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🚀 Relevant – Connect it to what matters.

A goal should align with your bigger priorities and values.

If your main focus is get function work, a goal like “expand my song repertoire” is more relevant than “make 5 beats.”

Tip: Ask yourself: Why does this goal matter right now?

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TIME-BOUND:  I want to do this by the end of the semester which gives me 13 weeks and a definite end point to work towards.

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TIME-BOUND:  I want to do this by the end of the semester which gives me 13 weeks and a definite end point to work towards.

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📅 Time-bound – Put a clock on it.

Deadlines create urgency and momentum.

“Someday” goals often fade away.

Instead of “I’ll write a book,” try “I’ll finish the first draft by December 1st.”

Tip: Even small timeframes (daily/weekly) can keep you accountable.

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Still unsure about how to do this?  Think of answers to 'WH' questions will probably help you to articulate a SMART goal.

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Still unsure about how to do this?  Think of answers to 'WH' questions will probably help you to articulate a SMART goal.

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📅  Got questions or need help?  Book an Appointment

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📅  Got questions or need help?  Book an Appointment

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✅ Scan the QR code to go directly to the booking system.

🌐 Open the booking page to schedule your session.

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