Design Your Life Through Goal Setting
What is the difference between a goal and a wish? A goal is something you want to achieve.
A wish is a longing or desire for something specific.
Wishes can become goals if you take action on them and strive to obtain them.
If you really want to achieve a goal you must take action.
Why do so many people fail to ever achieve their goals? Think of how many New Year's resolutions fail.
Why is this? Simply because most people are only wishing for things but they never take the steps necessary to turn them into goals.
In order to achieve your goals you must have a plan and follow certain steps.
1.
Identify what your goals are and write them down.
2.
Set a time frame to achieve these goals.
You can always change or alter your time frame if necessary but it is important to have an idea of when you want to achieve your goals or you may procrastinate and never take action.
3.
Know that there will be obstacles to overcome along the way.
Think about what these obstacles might be and plan for them.
4.
Have people around you who support you and who will help you stay motivated and on track.
Only share your goals with those people you know will support you.
5.
Decide on a plan and a way to achieve your goals.
What are the steps necessary to get where you want to be? 6.
Review and evaluate your goals frequently and make changes if necessary.
7.
Celebrate and reward yourself for your accomplishments no matter how small they are.
This helps to keep you motivated.
8.
Stay focused and don't give up.
When deciding on your goals you should think about what you really want and why you want it.
Your goals need to be specific and achievable but also measurable and have a time line.
Always stay positive and believe in yourself and your abilities.
Some people never take action towards obtaining their goals because they are afraid of the life changes that come with success or they are afraid of failure.
Remain focused and take positive steps toward your goals every day.
Recognize the completion of each step as an accomplishment.
See your accomplishments as bringing you that much closer to the ultimate goal.
Make changes to your goals or time line along the way if necessary.
A wish is a longing or desire for something specific.
Wishes can become goals if you take action on them and strive to obtain them.
If you really want to achieve a goal you must take action.
Why do so many people fail to ever achieve their goals? Think of how many New Year's resolutions fail.
Why is this? Simply because most people are only wishing for things but they never take the steps necessary to turn them into goals.
In order to achieve your goals you must have a plan and follow certain steps.
1.
Identify what your goals are and write them down.
2.
Set a time frame to achieve these goals.
You can always change or alter your time frame if necessary but it is important to have an idea of when you want to achieve your goals or you may procrastinate and never take action.
3.
Know that there will be obstacles to overcome along the way.
Think about what these obstacles might be and plan for them.
4.
Have people around you who support you and who will help you stay motivated and on track.
Only share your goals with those people you know will support you.
5.
Decide on a plan and a way to achieve your goals.
What are the steps necessary to get where you want to be? 6.
Review and evaluate your goals frequently and make changes if necessary.
7.
Celebrate and reward yourself for your accomplishments no matter how small they are.
This helps to keep you motivated.
8.
Stay focused and don't give up.
When deciding on your goals you should think about what you really want and why you want it.
Your goals need to be specific and achievable but also measurable and have a time line.
Always stay positive and believe in yourself and your abilities.
Some people never take action towards obtaining their goals because they are afraid of the life changes that come with success or they are afraid of failure.
Remain focused and take positive steps toward your goals every day.
Recognize the completion of each step as an accomplishment.
See your accomplishments as bringing you that much closer to the ultimate goal.
Make changes to your goals or time line along the way if necessary.