On a whim, I’d like to talk about impact full goal setting and how it ties to customer expectations. When we think of exceeding customer expectations and producing a positive experience we realize we have to set a standard that staff and or peers along with customers can come to expect from us. By taking the time on an on-going basis to create impact full goals for ourselves, we greatly increase the odds that our staff/peers will also create and execute goals that add to their development while creating value-add for our customers. This goal setting experience requires us to be smart.

Here are a few suggestions for the next time you wish to embark upon positive impact full goal setting.

Make Your Goal

Specific
Identify exactly how you want to make an impact. Describe the outcome in detail. Establish realistic goals. Remove obstacles that impede the goal’s accomplishment. Do not tolerate negativity from anyone involved in the goal attainment process.

Measurable
Quantify your outcomes. How much, how big, what size etc. Quantify your objectives. Write down your goals. Make sure that every aspect of your goal setting agenda is clearly defined and precise.

Actionable
Plan your work and work your plan. Prioritize the individual tasks at hand.

Agreed Upon
Create a document that details your agenda. Be certain that all of the essential issues are outlined and mutually agreed to by you, your staff, and the projection you have of your customers’ expectations.

Realistic
You can accomplish the outcome if you make a reasonable stretch. Be honest with yourself. Be sure your goals are realistic, obtainable, and accessible.

Time Frame
Designate a target date for completion. Combine each issue relating to your goal with a deadline. Examine the way you do business now. For example, if you commit to delivering a product to a customer by a certain deadline, then treat the delivery of your quality experience program in the same manner.