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Not a week goes by that I don't see an article with the oft-repeated notion that the likelihood of achievement of a particular goal stems directly from the goal's specificity. I, myself, have in the past recommended detailed goal setting.The traditional experts' ideas of specificity include:  1.  A deadline (I will achieve such and such by January 1st)  2.  Specific Details of the goal (I drive a Red Porsche Carrera)  3.  Writing the goal down.  4.  Telling people about the goal. (Hey Fred - I'm going to lose 10 pounds!)  5.  Reviewing the Goal frequently. (wow! There's my goal on [...]