Career & Communication · 45 sec
SMART criteria
A useful lens for working and communicating with other people.
The useful idea
- The useful idea
SMART is a mnemonic acronym used to establish criteria for goals and objectives that are specific, measurable, assignable, realistic, and time-bound.
- How it works
This framework is commonly applied in fields such as project management, employee performance management, and personal development.
- Why it matters
The term was first proposed by George T.
Why this matters
Use SMART criteria to make your next conversation or work decision more deliberate.
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Use SMART criteria to make your next conversation or work decision more deliberate.
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- Why it matters
- How it works
- The useful idea — correct
SMART is a mnemonic acronym used to establish criteria for goals and objectives that are specific, measurable, assignable, realistic, and time-bound.