Which description best matches the 'Specific' component of SMART?

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Specific means the goal is clearly defined with concrete details about what will be achieved, by whom, and under what conditions. In SMART, this component ensures there’s no ambiguity about the exact outcome. For a skincare or facial massage goal, being specific means stating exactly what service or result you want, who will deliver it, and when it will happen. For example: a tailored facial treatment plan for each client that specifies the exact steps and products to be used, and is completed during the initial consultation. This makes the objective precise and actionable, so you can plan the steps needed to reach it. The other aspects—measurable, timed, and agreed—address separate concerns: numbers or metrics, deadlines, and stakeholder buy-in, but they don’t define the exact task itself the way specificity does.