Q. "What are S.M.A.R.T. goals?"
Answer:
S.M.A.R.T. goal framework is an approach to goal setting that helps you set goals that are more impactful and likely to be achieved, with the letters standing for:
Specific - Identifies exactly what is to be achieved, answering "What does success looks like?"
Measurable - Quantifiable and able to be tracked.
Achievable - Challenging but ultimately within reason.
Relevant - Takes values and long-term objectives into account.
Timebound - Specifies when it should be achieved or progress measured.
A S.M.A.R.T. goal for increasing employee morale would be something like this: “By the end of the fourth quarter next year, the HR team will increase employee retention by 5%.”