“Don’t let what you can’t do interfere with what you can do.” ~John Wooden
In my research of successful individuals and teams, success never happened by accident or luck. Successful teams set SMART goals which are:
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time-sensitive
“A goal is a dream with a deadline” ~ Napoleon Hill
Goals help determine where to spend your time and energy. Whether you are setting personal or business goals, follow these simple tips.
10 Simple Ways to Maintain Your Goals
- Write down your goals.
- Keep it simple; too many goals mean you have none. Limit yourself or team to 3 big goals.
- Be sure your goals are tied to your values.
- Articulate the benefit of achieving your goals – why these goals?
- Create a detailed action plan.
- While doing your daily and weekly planning, review your key goals.
- Reward yourself for milestones reached.
- Read inspiring books, stories, poems and quotes to keep you motivated.
- Mentally rehearse accomplishing your goals – see yourself already there.
- Find support to keep you on track.
Did you know?
Only about 3% of the population has written goals. Are your goals in writing? What stops you?
