Set SMART Goals That Make Your Strategic Plan Work
- Mariana Gutierrez
- Apr 15
- 1 min read
Implementation in Practice Series
This post is designed to help organizations move from strategy to execution with simple, actionable tools.
Even the greatest strategic plan won't advance your organization if it's not integrated throughout the daily work your team.
The solution? SMART goals. Because clear goals are the foundation of effective execution.
The Framework
SMART goals are:
Specific – Clear and focused
Measurable – Trackable with data
Achievable – Realistic with your resources
Relevant – Aligned with your strategy
Time-bound – Deadline included
Try This: Turn a Priority Into a SMART Goal
Strategic Priority: “Strengthen community partnerships.”
SMART Goal: “Meet with 5 potential partners by June 30 and pilot 1 collaboration by Q4.”
See the difference? One is a direction — the other drives action.
Tip:
Use SMART goals in your team’s workflow — not just in planning documents. Integrate them into meeting agendas, dashboards, and work plans.
Missed Post 1? Catch up on how to break your 3-year strategy into quarterly focus areas here → https://www.sangfroidstrategy.com/post/break-down-your-big-goals-into-actionable-steps