Top achievers know that
the wording, structure, timing and format of a goal can make it’s achievement
much easier – or far more difficult.
Top achievers understand the basic skills for setting and reaching their
goals, every time! They know how to
design goals that create success.
Here are the 10 most important steps to set and achieve your goals:
1. Reachable goals are
SPECIFIC. Top achievers know
that to reach their goals, the brain must know exactly, precisely, what they are
trying to accomplish. Never word a
goal with vague terms like “some” or “a little bit”, or “more”. Be specific! If you want to lose 8 pounds and reach a
weight of 175, specify those exact numbers. If you want to save $200 this month, be
exact. Your brain can help you
accomplish almost anything if it knows precisely what you are aiming for.
2. Reachable goals are SIMPLE. Many people describe their goals in
complex terms of retiring on the beach in Hawaii, with nice cars and lots of
money, and…. Their list goes on and
on. Any ONE of those things is a
great goal, but the combination becomes over whelming and the brain gets
confused. If you want to retire in
Hawaii, just say so! If you want to
increase your sales by 10% this month, say so! Keep your goals simple, clear, and
focused.
3. Reachable goals are
SIGNIFICANT. No one can
muster the enthusiasm, hard work and courage to reach a goal they don’t really
care about. A reachable goal is one
you really, really, REALLY want!
It’s something that will change your life, enhance your health or wealth,
and make you proud. It gets your
juices flowing, gets you up in the morning, and keeps you going all day long,
because it is important! Set goals
that are worth achieving!
4. Reachable goals are
STRATEGIC. High achievers
know that the best goals accomplish many great outcomes, all at one time. Running a 10K race will almost
certainly: 1) feel great! 2) help you lose weight. 3) lower your cholesterol level 4) strengthen your heart 5) and lower
you risk of heart disease 6)
increase your energy and stamina, and 7) improve your outlook. Design your goals to strategically
impact as many areas of your life as possible. You’ll have more reasons to reach your
goal and more excitement when you do!
5. Reachable goals are
MEASURABLE. A goal without a
measurable outcome is just a pipe-dream.
You can’t achieve a pound of “happiness” or 6 inches of “self-esteem”,
but you CAN get a new job. You CAN
run a mile in under 7 minutes, or do 100 sit-ups. Someone has wisely observed that, “What
gets measured, gets done.” Define
your goals in terms of height, weight, dollars, inches, or hours. Then measure your progress until you
achieve your desired outcome.
6. Reachable goals are
RATIONAL. To reach your
goal, you will need a plan, a path, and a vehicle for getting there. Your goals must make sense! When you explain them to friends and
family, your goals should create excitement, draw support, and
encouragement. Your goals should be
just out of reach, but not out of sight!
You want to stretch to be your best, not strain after impossible
dreams. Set goals you CAN and WILL
achieve!
7. Reachable goals are
TANGIBLE. Choose goals that
you can see, hear, smell or touch.
Go for things you will enjoy and that you can clearly visualize. The brain has hard time going for “financial
security”, but it can visualize a bank statement with nice, large numbers on
it! Define your goals in terms that
excite the senses, then go for it with all your heart!
8. Reachable goals are WRITTEN. High achievers always know precisely
what they want, because they’ve written it down. Often, they write a short description of
their goals every single morning, as a personal reminder of their priorities and
their objectives. The act of
writing your goals down vastly increases your chance of success. Write it down! Then, keep your notes where you can see
and read them every day.
9. Reachable goals are SHARED. We are far more likely to stick to our
plan and reach our goals if we know our friends and family support us. Being part of a team increases our
determination, our stamina, and our courage. Caution: Never share your goals with anyone who
may ridicule, tease or discourage you!
The world is full of doubters and you have no time for them. But, find a support team, a group of
cheerleaders, and a coach who will encourage you every step of the way. High achievers count on and work with
other winners!
Phil, Mary, and the
Staff at
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