Community Magazine August 2017

S.M.A.R.T. Goals Once you’re comfortable with your vision for the coming school year, you’ll need a plan with which to execute it. Being prepared is the defining trait of true leaders and athletes. When my clients express their goal, I ask them if it is a SMART goal. SMART goals enable you to be successful in your project or job. They also help you focus your energies, time and resources in the most productive manner. Ask yourself these questions to ensure your goal is a SMART one: Is my goal S pecific, M easurable or M eaningful, A chievable or A greed-upon, R ealistic, and T ime-based? Specific - Is your goal well defined? Measureable or Meaningful – Do you know how far away from completion your goal is? Is your goal or vision meaningful to you, your spouse and children? Achievable – Do you have the support and skills to make your goal a reality? Realistic – Is your goal realistic given your available resources and knowledge? Time – Do you have the time necessary to make your goal happen? Ellen Kamaras, CPA/MBA, is an International Coach Federation (ICF) Associate Certified Coach. Her coaching specialties include life, career and dating coaching. Ellen helps people find their passion, purpose and positivity in life and love. Ellen can be contacted at ellen@lifecoachellen.com (www.lifecoachellen.com) AV - ELUL 5777 AUGUST 2017 57 Regular Hours All Summer Long Including Sundays & Fridays Flatbush Location: 1910 Avenue M. Bklyn, NY 11230 T. 718.972.3535 Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30-6:30 Fri 10-2 Lakewood Location: Grebow Shopping Center 6776 Rt. 9 South - Howell, NJ T. 732.905.9444 Hours: Sun-Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-2 Main Location: 5719 New Utrecht Ave. Bklyn, NY T. 718.871.3535 Hours: Sun-Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-2