Set SMARTER goals.  They should be:

Specific            it is difficult to assess the success of vague goals

Measurable      quantifiable goals can be measured and assessed

Acceptable       performers should believe they can achieve their goals

Realistic           goals should be challenging but within the performer’s capability

Time-phased     each goal should have a specified time-scale in which to be achieved

Exciting             performers should be pleased and excited about achieving

Recorded            goals should be recorded for reference