What are Long term goal? How are they different from short term goals? Long terms goals are something that you want to happen in the future and something you are working towards accomplishing. They are also helpful reminders when you get stuck in a rut, and need to realign yourself. Short term goals are more immediate, they are also more flexible. Set your intentions with this Long Term Goal Planner. This copy is more advanced it gives you the picture with a realistic time limit to achieve them.