Setting goals is the first step towards turning your dreams into reality. But how do you ensure that you not only set goals but also achieve them? Here are 10 steps to guide you on your journey to success:
Write out your goal- repeat this step at least once per day.
Challenge yourself:
How committed are you to achieving this goal?
Have I been aspirational and bold enough?
Have I challenged my self-limiting beliefs?
3. Share your goal to create accountability:
With your winning circle
With your coach and mentors
Go public - post your goals on social media!
Update your accountability partners regularly.
Embrace their feedback and challenges.
4. Create a process to break your goal down:
Use the GiFT631 1+3+6 process
Go big/SMUUT in terms of the 1
Set 3 sub-goals or milestones
Create your 6 next best actions
Take the first one
Be consistent
5. Create some visual representations of your goal:
Vision board
Screensavers
Other visual reminders - place them where you see them frequently
Visualise - see yourself achieving your goal
6. Pick a song that links to the goal (or create a playlist)
7. Schedule (time-block) time to focus on the goal:
Make sure it is when your energy is great.
Avoid interruptions or disruption
Make sure your phone/notifications are switched off or silent
8. Debrief on your actions to find improvement (both successful and otherwise)
9. Set clear milestones and celebration points.
10. Start!
Take immediate action.
Be consistent in taking goal focused actions.
Remove any downhill habits that prevent you being at your best/stop you focusing on your goal. With these 10 steps, you'll not only set goals but also take actionable steps towards achieving them. Remember, success is not just about setting goals, but about the journey and the actions you take along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Start your journey to success today!
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