It is easy to set a goal, but a lot harder to achieve that goal that you have set. Goals should be set using the SMART principle.

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Goals?
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How many of us have set goals and never achieved them? Often we set goal to help improve our life and that's where we leave it. A goal is useless if we don't put time and effort in, to achieve the goal we have set. What does the world goal stand for? Here is my thoughts.

**G**-Getting 
**O**-Out
**A**-All
**L**-Laziness 

If you are lazy you are going to struggle to reach any goal that you have made. 

Let's be SMART
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Let's me smart and set SMART goals. I have used this smart method recently and it works... it works **REALLY** well!!! 

**Specific:** Set a goal that is not vague. I will loose weight... this is a goal but there is nothing more to it. When setting the goal write a paragraph about the goal and elaborate every detail of the goal you are setting, also write down what the result of your goal is.

**Measurable:** This is related to the time. When do you want it achieved by, what things you need to achieve in the time period given. It also refers to things that can be measured in the goal. Example: how much weight have you lost over a certain time.

**Attainable:** Will you achieve this goal, is it achievable? Write down why you can achieve this goal, speak to people that have achieved a goal similar to yours can help guide you on what to do.

**Relevant:** Why are you setting this goal. Try find out as much as you can about the goal you are setting. You might set a different goal that would be better and more relevant to you, after some research.

**Time-bound:** Set a specific date for when you want to achieve this goal. This will provide the pressure needed so you can actually achieve the goal instead of telling yourself you will start tomorrow.

Conclusion
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If you really want something done you will make it happen no matter what. Consistency is key