Communication Strategies: Setting Goals

As a college student, you will use the strategy of setting goals when you: 

• Plan your time to complete assignments by their due dates
• Work hard on your course work to graduate on time
• Collaborate with others to read shared goals
• Intentionally build productive habits 
• Build focus and concentration to maximize your learning
• Ensure productive study sessions
• Identify and manage procrastination 

To learn about setting clear goals:

• Watch this LinkedIn Learning video: Why Goal Setting Works
  • Note: Log into your RRC account to view the video.
• Watch this video: Golden Rules of Goal Setting
• Use the "SMART Goals Template" below to record and track your individual and goals

To learn about stacking your habits: 

• Read this article: How to build new habits by taking advantage of old ones
• Use the PDF "Building Productive Habits by Habit Stacking"

To learn about managing procrastination:

• Watch this YouTube video: My #1 Method for Stopping Procrastination
• Use the free app Tide to help you focus during study time (mentioned in the video)

To access Live Supports to help you with goal setting: 

• Request a session with an RRC Academic Coach