Goals provide the roadmap for the things we want to achieve, both in the short-term and long-term. They are based on our values, priorities and dreams. Goals help to motivate us and give us a sense of purpose. In this episode of the Joyful Scholar podcast, your host Dr. Rebecca Malhi explores the topic of setting goals. Dr. Malhi lists some of the benefits of setting goals and then introduces a practical four-step process that can help you to create powerful goals in any aspect of your life. Steps include self-reflection, defining dreams and goals, formulating SMART goals, and accountability. Dr. Malhi also encourages her listeners to believe in themselves as an important part of achieving their dreams and goals.
KEY POINTS:
* Setting clear goals is an important first step for time management.
* Goals help to motivate us and give us a sense of purpose.
* Achieving a goal that is challenging gives us a sense of satisfaction and joy.
* Goals should be personal and meaningful to the individual.
* Unclear or unrealistic goals can lead to frustration and failure.
* Self-reflection is key to understanding where you are and where you want to be.
* Dream big and transform those dreams into challenging but attainable goals.
* SMART goals provide clarity and focus for achieving objectives.
* Sharing your goals with others can enhance motivation but should be approached carefully.
* Believing in yourself and your goals is essential for achieving them.
CONTACT Dr. Rebecca Malhi:
Email: rmalhi@luminawriting.com
Website: www.LuminaWriting.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/Rebecca-Malhi
KEYWORDS:
#time management, #productivity,#goal setting, #effective use of time, #SMART goals, #turning dreams into goals, #motivation, #life skills, #graduate school, #graduate students, #earlycareer academics, #academic success, #joy in academia
REFERENCES:
Clough, P., Strycharczyk, D., & Perry, J. L. (2021). Developing mental toughness: Strategies to improve performance, resilience and wellbeing in individuals and organizations. Kogan Page.
Locke, E. A., & Latham, G. P. (2006). New Directions in Goal-Setting Theory. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 15(5), 265–268. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8721.2006.00449.x
Puente‐Díaz, R. (2011).The effect of achievement goals on enjoyment, effort, satisfaction and performance. International Journal of Psychology, 47(2), 102–110. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207594.2011.585159
Rohn, J. (2018). 4 Tips for Setting Powerful Goals.
https://www.jimrohn.com/4-tips-for-setting-powerful-goals/
Van Yperen, N. W., Blaga, M., & Postmes, T. (2015). A meta-analysis of the impact of situationally induced achievement goals on task performance. Human Performance, 28(2),165–182.
https://doi.org/10.1080/08959285.2015.1006772
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