Lesson 1

Reading

2. Read this short article quickly. Was your answer to Exercise 1 correct?

SMART stands for: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.

SMART goals are a way of achieving goals.

Listening

3. Now listen to a talk about SMART goals. Are these sentences true (T) or false (F)? Correct the false sentences.

1. The speaker says that sensible goals are important. T
2. All goals need to be small. F. The final goal doesn't need to be small, but you need to set smaller goals to reach the final goal.
3. Your family should help you choose your goals. F. The goals need to be yours not your family's.
4. A goal needs to have an end date. T

Vocabulary

4. Complete the sentences with these words from the listening.

1. Are you just looking around or are you looking for something specific today?
2. The new coach has made a measurable difference to the teams’ results. They’ve won every game this year.
3. That information is very relevant to our discussion. We were just talking about it.
4. I’m sure you can get what you want. It’s achievable if you keep working hard.
5. I’ve only set one goal this year. It’s to pass my driving test.
6. This project is time-bound so we only have two weeks to complete it.

5. When you set a goal it’s important to ask yourself some questions. Read these questions and complete the table.

What do I want to achieve?
How can I check my progress?
When will I reach my goal?
Can I complete this goal?
Why is this goal important?