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A Guide to Setting SMART Objectives

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Document updated: 24 Sep 2024

What the resource helps with

This guide helps you set clear and meaningful SMART objectives that employees can understand and work towards. It helps you turn broad expectations into specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound outcomes.

What's included

Practical guidance on each part of the SMART framework, with inclusive examples, planning prompts and checks for clarity, relevance, support and achievability.

When to Use the Resource

Use when agreeing new objectives, improving unclear goals or preparing for a performance or development review.

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