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- Setting goals sets a good foundation for your academic year and progress.
- Set SMART goals: specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound.
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We've all heard that setting goals is important for success, because it provides you with a focus and motivates you to attain what you set out to do. Successful students always set smart goals in the beginning of the year, and make their decisions around those goals.
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Why is Goal Setting so Important?
1. Gives you something to work towards
Setting a goal for yourself gives you something to work towards, and that is what will keep you motivated to achieve it by the end of the school year. You will be able to build a better, and more focused study plan to achieve that goal.
Having goals also serve as a good motivation for when you just do not feel like picking up that book.
2. Builds a Strong Work Ethic
Achieving your target grades will not be easy; there will be trials and tribulations. But if you are determined to achieve that goal, you will find ways to do it! This journey to achieving your aim helps build a strong work ethic that will come in handy in life.
How to Set Smarter Goals?
Set SMART goals. SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-bound. These are smaller, achievable goals you can check off on the daily, while you might have a loftier goal you want to achieve in the long run.
Here is how you can set your SMART goals:
- Split your goals into measurable, clearly defined mini-tasks written down in a planner or on a sticky note. You should be able to complete each mini-task within a single sitting (e.g. 25-60mins).
- After each task, check it off and reward yourself with something small!
For example: Jeremy wants to study for his Maths test. Instead of writing down “study for Maths test”, he breaks down his tasks into:
- Download and print all revision worksheets
- Do Q1-15 of Worksheet 1
- Take a 5-minute break (small reward)
- Do Q15-35 of Worksheet 1
- Take a 5 minute break (small reward)
- etc.
Conclusion
All the best for the school year ahead, and if you want more study tips and resources, check out these KIS Academics articles:
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FAQs
How do I Follow Through with my goals?
Find someone or something to keep you accountable! There are a few productivity apps you can download on your phone to reduce distractions, or find a study buddy! You can even rope your family in to make sure you aren't procrastinating at home.
What if I want to change my Goals?
You can always pivot if you find that the goals you have set are not serving you well.
Consistency, however, is key. If you can't follow-through with your goals, it is always recommended to find someone or something to keep you accountable, as mentioned above.
What if I cannot achieve my goal?
If you aren't able to achieve your goals, please do not get discouraged. It might just mean you have to re-evaluate how attainable your goals are. It might also underlie a deeper foundational issue, which is that you might not be understanding everything you're learning in class.
If that is the case, seek help immediately. Clarify your doubts with your teachers, or get a tutor to help out! KIS Academics' excellent tutors are always ready to help out.
A problem shared is a problem halved! A student's stress can also be managed with a helping hand from one of our amazing KIS Academics tutors who have been through it all before – book a free study skills consultation to get the ball rolling now!
