How to set goals that you actually achieve

Sep 11,2017

How many times do you find yourself setting a goal and just a few weeks later, you have either gotten too busy to accomplish it or it has moved down to the bottom of your priority list? If you are tired of feeling like your goals are not being met, then you are not setting goals in an actionable and achievable way.

 

When you set goals in an actionable and achievable way, you are going to see that you can reach them much more quickly and efficiently. You are going to also feel even more satisfied and fulfilled when you accomplish the goal instead of feeling burnt out or exhausted.

 

Step 1: Decide on the outcome you desire and why you want to reach it

 

Simply defining your goal is not enough if you really want to achieve it. You need to know why it is important for you to reach it. This is more than just “because I want to” or “because I’m supposed to.”

 

Your goal needs to be specific and measurable. This gives you a tangible goal that allows you to measure its progress. For example, if your goal is to do better in school, decide on a specific GPA that you’re aiming towards or a specific class and grade in the class that you are aiming for.

 

Once you have your specific goal it’s time to get clear on why this is your goal. When you kick in the emotional reason why you desire to accomplish this goal, you are going to be that much more motivated and empowered to get it done. When you really know why you want to do something, it becomes much more meaningful than a simple task on your to do list and you will be able to tap into this motivation and passion in times of doubt.

 

If you need help uncovering the reason that this is your desire or goal, take a sheet of paper at at the top write down your specific goal. Underneath it, write for 2 minutes all of the reasons why you want to accomplish this goal.

 

Step 2: Get real with what it would be like to achieve it

 

You want to visualize what it actually feels like to reach your goal. It’s time to make it a reality before it has even happened. When you get into the zone of knowing what it feels like to accomplish your goal, you are going to feel that it’s even more possible than you though and you are going to reach it much faster than if you focused on all the reasons why it isn’t possible.

 

All it takes is 2 minutes to imagine yourself having achieved the goal and really tap into the feelings of how good it felt to get there. This is a quick and simple way to tap into motivation when you are putting off the work to get there.

Step 3: Create the steps to reach your goal

 

You want to create a step by step outline of what it is going to take to reach your goal. When you break it out into steps, there is no question of what you need to do next. You won't waste time trying to decide what you should work on which tends to be a recipe for procrastination.

 

This is especially gratifying when you are ahead of schedule and get to cross off more steps than originally planned. This is a great feeling that will keep you motivated and moving forward.

 

Take some time today to outline the steps that are necessary to reach the goal. Add deadlines for each step to stay accountable.

 

Step 4: Accountability

 

Accountability is key when it comes to accomplishing your goals. We are all humans and we all could use a little accountability outside of ourselves. It’s much easier for us to convince ourselves out of something when no one else is affected or involved. The second that someone else knows, it is much harder for us to back out.

 

When you have an exciting new goal, text a friend or family member. Another great option is to share this with your Honor Society community by posting it to your feed or in one of the groups you are in. You don’t need to give all the details if you are not comfortable doing so, but say enough that shows your excitement and commitment to the goal.

 

Reach out to the Honor Society community to ask if someone would like to be an accountability partner and share with the community what your goal is and what it will take for you to get there. Click here to access your feed and Honor Society online groups.

 

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How to set goals that you actually achieve

 How to set goals that you actually achieve

How to set goals that you actually achieve

How to set goals that you actually achieve

How many times do you find yourself setting a goal and just a few weeks later, you have either gotten too busy to accomplish it or it has moved down to the bottom of your priority list? If you are tired of feeling like your goals are not being met, then you are not setting goals in an actionable and achievable way.

 

When you set goals in an actionable and achievable way, you are going to see that you can reach them much more quickly and efficiently. You are going to also feel even more satisfied and fulfilled when you accomplish the goal instead of feeling burnt out or exhausted.

 

Step 1: Decide on the outcome you desire and why you want to reach it

 

Simply defining your goal is not enough if you really want to achieve it. You need to know why it is important for you to reach it. This is more than just “because I want to” or “because I’m supposed to.”

 

Your goal needs to be specific and measurable. This gives you a tangible goal that allows you to measure its progress. For example, if your goal is to do better in school, decide on a specific GPA that you’re aiming towards or a specific class and grade in the class that you are aiming for.

 

Once you have your specific goal it’s time to get clear on why this is your goal. When you kick in the emotional reason why you desire to accomplish this goal, you are going to be that much more motivated and empowered to get it done. When you really know why you want to do something, it becomes much more meaningful than a simple task on your to do list and you will be able to tap into this motivation and passion in times of doubt.

 

If you need help uncovering the reason that this is your desire or goal, take a sheet of paper at at the top write down your specific goal. Underneath it, write for 2 minutes all of the reasons why you want to accomplish this goal.

 

Step 2: Get real with what it would be like to achieve it

 

You want to visualize what it actually feels like to reach your goal. It’s time to make it a reality before it has even happened. When you get into the zone of knowing what it feels like to accomplish your goal, you are going to feel that it’s even more possible than you though and you are going to reach it much faster than if you focused on all the reasons why it isn’t possible.

 

All it takes is 2 minutes to imagine yourself having achieved the goal and really tap into the feelings of how good it felt to get there. This is a quick and simple way to tap into motivation when you are putting off the work to get there.

Step 3: Create the steps to reach your goal

 

You want to create a step by step outline of what it is going to take to reach your goal. When you break it out into steps, there is no question of what you need to do next. You won't waste time trying to decide what you should work on which tends to be a recipe for procrastination.

 

This is especially gratifying when you are ahead of schedule and get to cross off more steps than originally planned. This is a great feeling that will keep you motivated and moving forward.

 

Take some time today to outline the steps that are necessary to reach the goal. Add deadlines for each step to stay accountable.

 

Step 4: Accountability

 

Accountability is key when it comes to accomplishing your goals. We are all humans and we all could use a little accountability outside of ourselves. It’s much easier for us to convince ourselves out of something when no one else is affected or involved. The second that someone else knows, it is much harder for us to back out.

 

When you have an exciting new goal, text a friend or family member. Another great option is to share this with your Honor Society community by posting it to your feed or in one of the groups you are in. You don’t need to give all the details if you are not comfortable doing so, but say enough that shows your excitement and commitment to the goal.

 

Reach out to the Honor Society community to ask if someone would like to be an accountability partner and share with the community what your goal is and what it will take for you to get there. Click here to access your feed and Honor Society online groups.