The question comes to mind why should I have goals? We have been told all one has to do to have a dream come true is to have a desire and work hard. You know this is not true! Why do you know? You have done it and it doesn’t work.
You may dream of traveling abroad but if you don’t set specific goals to get there you will never go.
Once you recognize what you desire you must get clear and focused. The best way to get clarity is to put your thoughts down with pen and paper or with your computer.
You have a goal to travel internationally. You would like to take a trip to a foreign country. You have chosen Italy. One decision made and on paper.
You now write down all of the obstacles that could prevent you from taking this trip and you decide that trip insurance could cover that.
When would you like to go to Italy? You decide July a year from now. Your time line is established and on paper.
You already know you must fly but how would you like to travel? Are you traveling alone, with a companion or group?
You decide a group is better because this is your first experience traveling abroad. You decide the best way to find a group is to go online. You do this and choose one out of many.
When you contact the tour company you get more information. You get group size, the dates the group is traveling, the group leader, the trip details and the cost.
You mark your calendar with the date to request the time off work and you go to your bank online and open a savings account with the nickname Italian Trek.
You have a birth certificate so you get the specifics on how get a passport and order one. In your trip details you are told about the weather, how much cash you will need and what to pack. You are excited about your trip. You believe this will really happen.
Let’s review what you have written and accomplished for your goal to travels.
*You have decided where you want to go.
*You have brainstormed your possible challenges
*You know that you want to go next July.
*You will fly and you will travel with a small intimate group with a leader.
*You have your trip details and now know where in Italy you will travel.
*You know how much your trip is going to cost
*You have marked your calendar for requesting your time off.
*You have opened your savings account.
*You have made plans to order your passport.
You have become clear and focused, your goals are written down on paper for you to review daily. You have a time limit and this is a challenge for you because you have not traveled outside your state.
You have your step by step plan of action in place to get you to your goal. Now, you execute.
As time passes you receive your passport, you make your last payment on your trip and purchase a camera. You begin packing. It is really happening for you. Do you see how this works?
This is how you are specific, have clarity and focus on a goal.
Look for day (3) of four in the goal setting series. I will cover how to anchor your goals to you so you will get exactly what you want. Check out the series on my blog. Until next time.
Honor yourself.
Love, tolerance and peace,
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Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Monday, August 3, 2009
What are goals and how do I make them work for me? Part (1) of four
As a baby boomer one of my goals was to find an online home based business. I was very successful in finding what I was looking for and I decided to do a (4) part series on goals and their attainment. There is so much involved in productive goal setting and getting what you want from life. Over the next few days I will discuss what goals are, how to make them and how to achieve your goals when you know what you want.
One of my mentors said less than 5% of the population has goals. I initially found this hard to believe but quickly realized that this is the reason people don’t accomplish their heart desires.
I am starting with the definition of a goal. Exactly what are goals? According to Merriam Webster a goal is the end in which effort is directed. This definition makes total sense doesn’t it? It is because of the end result that you apply effort to make things happen for you.
Some people make goals and fail miserably at attaining them. This is because there is a process to setting goals and making them a reality. Wanting, dreaming and fanaticizing are not enough to make your goals a certainty. When you are not seeking goals your are not making progress in the direction toward something you want.
What must be done to make your dreams come true?
1. Goals must be specific with clarity. An example of a nonspecific and unclear goal is, I want to travel. To be specific and clear you need to know where you are going, when are you going, how are you traveling, Some other things to consider could be who are your traveling companions, what is the cost, how much time do you have for your trip. Be clear and specific.
2. Goals have to be written down. If they are not written down you are daydreaming and fantasizing. Most people never get this part done. It is a vital part of the equation. Getting what you want from your life.
3. You must establish a time line for the accomplishment of your goals. Be honest with yourself. Will it take 90 days, 6 months a year or more? Do you have short-term goals; these could be as short as a day. Do you have long-term goals? These could be as long as five to ten years out. Some people make life goals and review them annually. If you do not have a time line to get what you want your desire may never become a reality.
4. Goals must be challenging. People are often motivated by achievement so stretch yourself, grow, reward your accomplishment and be proud of yourself.
5. Finally, to obtain your goals you must have a bold plan of action.
Working toward a worthy goal can make your life have meaning, and expand your personal development by leaps and bounds faster than any other method. It is important to note that goal setting gives purpose to all life activity. Get going with long term and short term goals. Give your life a purpose.
Look for the rest of the series. Until tomorrow.
Honor yourself.
Love, tolerance and peace
If you are curious about how Harriette makes income online click here and her partners will share the story.
One of my mentors said less than 5% of the population has goals. I initially found this hard to believe but quickly realized that this is the reason people don’t accomplish their heart desires.
I am starting with the definition of a goal. Exactly what are goals? According to Merriam Webster a goal is the end in which effort is directed. This definition makes total sense doesn’t it? It is because of the end result that you apply effort to make things happen for you.
Some people make goals and fail miserably at attaining them. This is because there is a process to setting goals and making them a reality. Wanting, dreaming and fanaticizing are not enough to make your goals a certainty. When you are not seeking goals your are not making progress in the direction toward something you want.
What must be done to make your dreams come true?
1. Goals must be specific with clarity. An example of a nonspecific and unclear goal is, I want to travel. To be specific and clear you need to know where you are going, when are you going, how are you traveling, Some other things to consider could be who are your traveling companions, what is the cost, how much time do you have for your trip. Be clear and specific.
2. Goals have to be written down. If they are not written down you are daydreaming and fantasizing. Most people never get this part done. It is a vital part of the equation. Getting what you want from your life.
3. You must establish a time line for the accomplishment of your goals. Be honest with yourself. Will it take 90 days, 6 months a year or more? Do you have short-term goals; these could be as short as a day. Do you have long-term goals? These could be as long as five to ten years out. Some people make life goals and review them annually. If you do not have a time line to get what you want your desire may never become a reality.
4. Goals must be challenging. People are often motivated by achievement so stretch yourself, grow, reward your accomplishment and be proud of yourself.
5. Finally, to obtain your goals you must have a bold plan of action.
Working toward a worthy goal can make your life have meaning, and expand your personal development by leaps and bounds faster than any other method. It is important to note that goal setting gives purpose to all life activity. Get going with long term and short term goals. Give your life a purpose.
Look for the rest of the series. Until tomorrow.
Honor yourself.
Love, tolerance and peace
If you are curious about how Harriette makes income online click here and her partners will share the story.
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