Set specific, measurable goals from "summary" of The Little Book of Talent by Daniel Coyle
The key to improvement is setting clear and measurable goals. Vague goals like "get better at tennis" are not helpful because they lack specificity. Specific goals, on the other hand, give you a clear target to aim for. If you want to improve your serve, for example, set a goal like "hit the backhand corner 8 out of 10 times." This goal is specific and measurable - you will know exactly when you have achieved it. Measurable goals act as a roadmap for improvement. They provide a clear path forward and allow you to track your progress over time. By setting measurable goals, you can see how far you have come and how far you still have to go. This sense of progress can be incredibly motivating and can help you stay focused on your improvement. Setting specific, measurable goals also forces you to break down complex skills into smaller, more manageable parts. Instead of trying to improve your overall game, you can focus on specific aspects like footwork, grip, or follow-through. By breaking the skill down into smaller components, you can work on each one individually and then bring them all together to improve the skill as a whole. In addition, specific, measurable goals make it easier to identify areas for improvement. If you are not hitting the backhand corner 8 out of 10 times, for example, you know that you need to work on your accuracy. This clear feedback allows you to adjust your practice and focus on the areas that need the most improvement.- Setting specific, measurable goals is essential for improvement. They provide clarity, focus, and motivation, and allow you to track your progress over time. By breaking complex skills into smaller parts and focusing on specific aspects, you can accelerate your learning and achieve your goals more effectively.
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