Question

Specific goals are better than general ones

Answer 1

specific goals or special goals are always better because if we see the term itself denotes the speciality in it,i mean when we frame specific goals we tend to achieve them at any cost because they are not made often.. so to achieve the same we put our extra effort and the outcome of the concerned goals are always better..on the other hand if we talk about general or nonspecific goals,in day to day life these goals are made by everyone bad the outcome is not always in positive I say..

Answer 2

Making Your Goals PossibleThe method of SMART goals (an acronym for the 5 steps of specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-based goals) is one of the most effective and powerful tools used by high achievers to reach their goals — realistically and consistently. Whether you’re leading a 300-person organization, a trailblazing startup entrepreneur, or an individual who wants to gain traction towards a personal goal, learning how to set and utilize SMART goals can make the difference between failure and achievement. 1. Make your goal focused and well-defined. A specific goal has a much greater chance of being accomplished than a general goal.

When setting your goal, make sure you can answer the 6 “W” questions: Who, What, When, Where, Which, and Why. The more specific a goal is, the more you can find ways of reaching your target. Ask questions such as:
Who is involved?
What do I want to accomplish?
Where will this happen? Identify a location.
When will this happen? Establish a time frame.
Which requirements and obstacles will be part of the process? Identify them.
Why am I setting this goal? Nail down the specific reasons and benefits of accomplishing this goal.
Know the difference between a specific goal and a vague goal. For example, there is a difference between saying, “I work too much, and feel drained and bored with my life” and “I miss having fun in my life, and want to invest time each week to seek out fun/recreational opportunities that will allow me to feel restored and happy.” When you set a goal to invest in reshaping your work/life balance, track your performance at work and other important areas of your life as a way of measuring your progress as you build pleasurable experiences back into your schedule. This will help you see the direct benefit of the changes you’ve made, allowing you to see the payoff of shifting your behavior. Other examples of specific and vague goals:
Vague: Get in shape for the summer.
Specific: Join a crossfit studio and attend 3-4 times a week over the next 3 months.
Vague: Own a home.
Specific: Put 30% of income into savings account for the next 12 months and talk to a realtor.