GOAL SETTING FOR 2018, IDEAS YOU NEED TO GET STARTED

Good Morning Brilliant and Excellent People,

I look forward to sharing with you Brilliant and Excellent tips for attaining your goals and fulfilling your Purpose.

In this new year, it is very important that we set goals and review achievements of 2017.  We need to set a tone for the new year and also review 2017 activities.

The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want. – BEN STEIN

Setting goals gives direction and a great sense of fulfillment upon achieving it. Goals align our lives and helps us to keep track of our successes and milestones. Goal setting is the process of deciding to accomplish a task and devising a plan to achieve it. As 2018 unfolds, the most important thing you can start with is setting goals that will put you on the path to the big future you desire.

Benefit of Goal setting

The most powerful benefit of setting gaols is not in achieving the goal itself, it is in the process of transformation, the change that you experience as you achieve the goal, that is the ultimate benefit. Goal setting provides focus, a sense of purpose and improves decision making. These things develop character and transforms you,

Other benefits include:

·        Increased productivity

·        High level of confidence and sense of fulfilment

·        Life direction and focus

A SMART goal is:

·         Specific – What is your goal? Is it specific enough or is it too broad? What needs to be done for you to achieve your goal? Why do you want to reach your goal?

·         Measurable – How can you measure your progress? How will you know if you’re on track?

·         Attainable – Can your goal actually be achieved?

·         Realistic/relevant – Can you achieve your goal? Is the goal worth it?

·         Time – What’s your time frame for reaching your goal?

Ideas for setting goals

1.    Write your goals and objectives down

Writing down the goals you have is an important step to achieving your goals, it helps you not to forget what your goals are. As the year gets busy and your schedule increases, you want to put your goal in your face and continually make plans for it.

2.    Break your goals into smaller chunks

Breaking down your goals is a way to stay motivated as you approach the bigger goal.

3.    Create a plan to reach your goal

Your plan should detail the steps you need to reach your goal, what will happen as you reach each step, when and how you will track your progress, and more. Being detailed with your plan will help you reach your goal and be successful.

4.    Be accountable

Have someone you can report the progress of your goals, someone who can encourage you from time to time and help you get back in track when you feel discouraged.

Decide to live a purpose driven, excellent and brilliant life filled with great moments in 2018.