Step 3: Expected Value Calculation
The ideal, practical and effective number of goals is between one and three. More than three goals can mean no particular goal.
One can use the expected value calculation to prioritize your goals:
Expected Value=Resources Required x ROI x Probability Of Success.
Check your goals against this calculation and find out what resources(time, energy, money) are required and what is the probability of its success, depending on factors like your enthusiasm and the likelihood of the project working.
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