A specific goal has a much greater chance of being accomplished than a general goal.

To set a specific goal you must answer the “W” questions:

• Who : Who is involved?

• What : What do I want to accomplish?

• Where : Identify a location.

• When : Establish a time frame.

• Which : Identify requirements and constraints.

• Why: Specific reasons, purpose or benefits of accomplishing the goal.

EXAMPLE: A general goal would be, “Get in Shape.” But a specific goal would say: “Join a health club and workout 3 days a week.”