FREE Printable SMART Goals Template PDF or Word - Free Printable

This worksheet helps you turn a vague goal into a clear, actionable plan using the SMART method. Since no specific goal was given, I’ll create one as an example to show how to fill it out correctly.

Let’s say your initial goal is:
“I want to get better at math.”

That’s too vague — so we’ll use the SMART steps to make it strong and doable.

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Step 1: Specific (S)
Ask: What exactly do I want?
→ “I want to improve my algebra skills by practicing equations every day.”

Step 2: Measurable (M)
Ask: How will I know I’ve reached it?
→ “I will solve 5 algebra problems daily and score at least 80% on weekly quizzes.”

Step 3: Achievable (A)
Ask: Can I really do this with my time, skills, and money?
→ “Yes, I have 30 minutes each evening after homework, and I can use free online resources like Khan Academy.”

Step 4: Relevant (R)
Ask: Does this matter to me or my future?
→ “Yes, getting better at algebra will help me pass my next test and feel more confident in math class.”

Step 5: Time-Bound (T)
Ask: When will I start and finish?
→ Start Date: Monday, April 7
Finish Date: Friday, May 9 (6 weeks)

Revised SMART Goal:
“I will improve my algebra skills by solving 5 practice problems every weekday for 6 weeks, aiming to score at least 80% on all weekly quizzes, starting April 7 and ending May 9.”

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Now let’s build the Action Plan:

What steps do you need to take?

| Action Items | Expected Completion Date | Actual Completion Date |
|---------------------------------------|--------------------------|------------------------|
| Find 5 algebra problems to solve | April 7 | |
| Solve problems Mon–Fri each week | Every Friday | |
| Take weekly quiz | Every Friday | |
| Review mistakes and redo wrong ones | Every Saturday | |
| Ask teacher for help if stuck | As needed | |

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Potential Obstacles and Solutions:

| Potential Obstacles | Potential Solutions |
|---------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Forget to do problems | Set phone reminder for 4 PM daily |
| Problems are too hard | Watch a short video tutorial first |
| Get busy with other homework | Do just 2 problems if short on time |
| Lose motivation | Track progress in a journal or chart |

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Final Answer:
SMART Goal: “I will improve my algebra skills by solving 5 practice problems every weekday for 6 weeks, aiming to score at least 80% on all weekly quizzes, starting April 7 and ending May 9.”

Action Plan: Complete 5 daily problems, take weekly quizzes, review errors, ask for help when needed.

Obstacles & Solutions: Use reminders, watch tutorials, adjust workload, track progress to stay motivated.