“Our ideals resemble the stars, which illuminate the night. No one will ever be able to touch them. But the men who, like the sailors on the ocean, take them for guides, will undoubtedly reach their goal”. Carl Schurz.
Clarity in goal-setting is vital!
Not only will you be confused and constantly side-tracked about how to accomplish a vague goal, you also won’t be able to generate the level of motivation and tenacity needed to see it through.
So first know exactly what you’re trying to achieve.
Be SPECIFIC! Each goal should include:
What: What you want to accomplish.
Where: Location, if applicable.
How: A preference as to “how” events will unfold.
Whom: If your goals involve others, highlight your expectations.
When: A general timeline for the fulfilment of your goals.
Why: Your reasons for wanting to achieve your goals. Be very specific on these reasons and try to focus on the BENEFITS (the positive gains), not just the avoidance of what you DON’T want.
Think about every area of your life and ask yourself what you would change if you could.
What would you ADD to your life – and what would you TAKE AWAY?
Once you are crystal clear about what you want to accomplish, put it into a neat, concise statement:
I want to achieve _________ [what] at _________ [where] by __________ [how] by __________ [timeline] with _________[other persons] because ____________ [why].
EXAMPLE: I want to lose 25 pounds by reducing my consumption of junk food, eating more fruit and veggies and starting a simple workout routine that is easy to stick with. I want to lose an average of 2 pounds per week for approximately 12 weeks. I want to do this because I will gain a better quality of life, increased energy and a sense of pride about my body.
OK .. ? Now your turn ..!
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