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Discussion Topic: Differentiating Tasks and Goals
Rex Holman added to this discussion on February 12, 2011
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Tasks and Goals
Similar terms but different.
A task is a definite route which leads to an endpoint, whereas a goal is an endpoint.
A goal can be equivalent to a task but typically is a generalized idea. i.e.(task) stay in position and create opportunities from your tie up and score a td in the each period while effectively countering every attempt vs.(goal) get your hand raised
A task deals in specifics whereas a goal is only as specific as the end which is identified.
A task always states what is mission critical.
A task envelopes the means to an end. i.e. You need to do ____, ____ and ____ and you will have fulfilled the task.
A task ascertains objective feedback. Was the task accomplished or no and what reason for this?
Objective feedback provides the means for improvement.
Subjective feedback not grounded in cause and effect causes more anguish than resolution. Misinformation misleads. Good information directs. Information being good or bad is dependent upon the information and the recipient. That being said there are varying degrees of truth to any information.
As an athlete, who may be struggling with the ambiguous nature of sport, it is helpful to stay grounded in task specifics and go about evaluating yourself in regards to the these terms. In doing so, you give yourself a rational means of evaluation and improvement.
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