Short-Term Goal
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A Short-Term Goal is a goal that is intended to be achieved within a relatively brief period.
- Context:
- It can (often) involve a Task Completion, such as finishing a project at work or school.
- It can include a Skill Acquisition, like learning a new software tool or completing a short course.
- It can range from being a Daily Goal like exercising for 30 minutes to a Weekly Objective such as reading a book.
- It can be connected to Long-Term Goals.
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- Example(s):
- a Short-Term Study Goal such for two hours each day in preparation for an exam.
- a Short-Term Medium-Effort Goal such as a professional aiming to update their resume by the end of the week, showcasing proactive Career Planning.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- Long-Term Goals, which require sustained effort over a longer period.
- Random Tasks.
- See: Motivational Goal, Personal Aspiration, Time Management.
References
2024
- (Wikipedia, 2024) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goal Retrieved:2024-8-4.
- A goal or objective is an idea of the future or desired result that a person or a group of people envision, plan, and commit to achieve. People endeavour to reach goals within a finite time by setting deadlines.
A goal is roughly similar to a purpose or aim, the anticipated result which guides reaction, or an end, which is an object, either a physical object or an abstract object, that has intrinsic value.
- NOTES:
- They can** direct attention and effort toward goal-relevant activities. By focusing on specific, short-term objectives, individuals can channel their energy and resources more effectively towards achieving their desired outcomes.
- They can** lead to greater effort and persistence. Setting challenging short-term goals encourages individuals to exert more effort and maintain their persistence, ultimately enhancing their performance and progress.
- They can** increase arousal and task-relevant knowledge. Pursuing short-term goals can stimulate individuals to discover and use new strategies and knowledge that are relevant to the task, thereby improving their overall performance.
- They can** be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bounded (SMART). Establishing SMART objectives ensures that short-term goals are clear and attainable, providing a structured approach to goal setting and achievement.
- They can** serve as building blocks for long-term achievements. Short-term goals act as stepping stones that contribute to the accomplishment of long-term objectives, ensuring continuous progress and motivation.
- They can** promote emotional control and maturity. By focusing on immediate tasks and overcoming daily challenges, individuals develop emotional resilience and maturity, which are essential for achieving complex and long-term goals.
- A goal or objective is an idea of the future or desired result that a person or a group of people envision, plan, and commit to achieve. People endeavour to reach goals within a finite time by setting deadlines.
7. They can** align with self-concordant goals. Pursuing short-term goals that reflect an individual's intrinsic values and self-concept leads to sustained effort and greater well-being, as these goals are more personally meaningful and fulfilling.