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Dang, I used to know the characteristics of a "good goal", but can't remember them.
Let me see
- They should be measurable. Meaning instead of "I want to lose weight." "I will lose 5 pounds in the next month."
Which leads to - they should be time limited. In the example above both the amount of weight and how long are stated.
- They should be shared with others. You can do that here. The point in telling others is so you have accountability and someone to cheer you on.
- They should be shared when completed. It doesn't have to be a big celebration. I'll treat myself to a favorite candy bar when I accomplish something I set out to do.
I would also break the goals you listed down into some short term goals that will lead to the long term goals. For instance - "I will save XX dollars per paycheck for the next XX months." instead of "Save $45k" Somebody told me I had to save $45k I'd be overwhelmed from the getgo. If I agree to save a manageable amount per paycheck I'm not overwhelmed. Personal example, for a variety of reasons I was not able to start saving for retirement until late in life. When I was told how much I needed to have set aside when I retired I about had a stroke. I didn't think it was doable. What I've done is arrange to have a set amount deducted from my paycheck that goes straight to my retirement account. It's manageable now.
In terms of your work goal, what if you set the goal to 1) ask if there is anything that needs to be done before going home every day for the next week and 2) make a point to ask if there is something you could do to help out any time you are not busy at the front counter every day for the next week. That's actuall two short term goals toward the long term goal.
Be more active and eat healthy really ought to be two goals. How do you think you could make them measurable and time limited?
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