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Be SMART and S.M.A.R.T

Written by: Sulyman Abdulsomad

Everyone is expected to be smart, although, the word "Smart" has different meanings depending on the context in which it is used.


The word could mean that a person is well dressed, clean and tidy. It is also used to qualify  a noun, preferably a person, who possesses the act of being intelligent, able to make good judgement and also can make reasonable and remarkable decision. Also, the word can be used to qualify a clothe that looks attractive and stylish.

In some instances, the word is used as a guide in the settings of an organization or individual objectives; for example, project presentation and management. But when it is to be used as explained, that is when the acronym "SMART" is used

The term was firstly used in 1988 by George T. Doran, in his book Management Review. The writer, who was the President of Management Assistance Program, a consultancy program, headquartered at Coeur d'Arlene, Idaho, explained that to achieve an individual or organisational goal, one has to be  "SMART" and also learn how to use the SMART terms.

Here's a breakdown of the acronym SMART

Specific: Target a specific area for improvement.

Measurable: Quantify or suggest an indicator of progress.

Assignable: Be specific on who will do it.

Realistic: when the resources is available, state the result that is achievable.

Time-related:  Be observant of when the result can be achieved.

 As a smart individual, who wants to be espoused with the SMART strategies, you must also learn how to manage excellence, establish teamwork and use one person's strength to help others. You must also note that not everyone is good at every aspect of their job.

You also have to be SMART about how things can also change in your environment. New worker or manager may have different style of operating. You have to be observant and learn how every parts of your organization operate, because people operate their strategies differently.

Be SMART on how to keep the core objectives of your plan when making a proposal, because if you disclose everything; it may be used against you. Just be SMART!!!

To this end, it doesn't mean that all objectives must have this criteria. Albeit, the smarter we get to the criteria as a guideline; the SMARTER our objectives will be.

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