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“Goals" is a topic that many people talk about, both in a positive as
well as a negative sense. Some people are goal maniacs and others think
they are a waste of time. Me? I am somewhat different. I just care about
one thing – results. Goals: write ‘em down; don't write ‘em down, I
don't care. Just get them! Achieve them! Live them! That is the only
thing that should matter about goals, right?
If
the only thing that matters is that we achieve our goals, then let's
talk about ways that will guarantee that we get our goals! There is such
a way… and here it is:
First, be realistic.
Too many people get hyped up by people promising them the world and they
set goals that simply aren't realistic. Then they are disappointed and
then decide that “goals" are bad. But wait a minute. Don't I teach that
anybody can achieve anything? Sort of. We have to be realistic. The best
example is that a seven-foot center who plays basketball will never be a
world champion jockey. A person who is five feet, two inches could be,
given time. This is the difference between a realistic goal and one that
isn't. Take some time and set a realistic goal or goals. This will make
your goals guaranteed from the get go!
Second, memorize your
goals.
Set them in stone in your mind. Know what they are. Prioritize them in
order of importance and memorize them so that if anyone asked you, “What
are you top seven goals?" you could answer immediately. This will embed
the goals and the desired outcomes into your mind, which is the seed of
action.
Visualize your goals.
Some people are really into this. Some people think it is total hooey. I
am in the middle. I do not think that there is anything “magical" about
the visualization process, but I do think that taking some time to
regularly envision your dream and goals is a great thing. It deepens
your desire to get your goals. It puts you into a frame of mind where
you operate in a peak state. So, don't overdo it, but don't throw the
baby out with the bathwater either. Put your goals deep into your mind
by visualizing them periodically.
Set time frames.
Don't let your goal be, “I want to lose twenty pounds." Instead, let it
be, “I want to lose twenty pounds in four months." Again, a reminder to
be realistic. But you can do wonders for your goal setting if you break
your goals and put time frames on them. This gives it a sense of
urgency. It makes it some thing you are working “toward" rather than
working “on." In fact, I would suggest setting long-range time frames,
mid-range time frames, and short-range time frames.
Spend time and money on your goals.
Realize that any goal worth achieving is worth spending your resources,
specifically time and money, on. Buy books, go to seminars, join
associations, hire a coach, etc. Whatever you need to do to get your
goals! Spending time and money will seed your dreams and you will reap
the end result far beyond what you put into it. Big dreams have big
costs, but even little dreams have a cost associated with them so count
the cost.
Surround yourself
with people who can propel you to your goals.
Never underestimate the power of the people around you to either drag
you down or lift you up. Poisonous people can destroy your goal by
systematically draining you of your passion and desire and replacing it
with total pessimism! Passionate and positive people can invigorate you
with renewed energy and a mind set on the dream. Get around people who
will energize you!
Act on your goals
each and every day.
Even if it is just a small step, it will leave you closer to your goal
each and every day. If you have a savings goal, set aside even one
dollar a day. Take a jar and empty your change into it at the end of
each day. If you want to write a book, write each day, if even just two
paragraphs! Small, step-by-step actions will produce the goal –
guaranteed!
Be
persistent!
I have long said that if the three most important words in real estate
are “location," “location," “location," then the three most important
words in getting what you desire are “persistence," “persistence,"
“persistence." In fact, be tenaciously persistent. Be ruthlessly
persistent. Look, there will be all sorts of barriers and obstacles you
will have to overcome if you want to achieve your dream. Dreams don't
just roll over and die. You have to attack them! Go for it and don't
give up! They can, and will, be yours!
Can you get your goals – guaranteed? You bet you can. And you will, if
you put into practice the above principles.
If
you…
Be
realistic.
Memorize your goals.
Visualize your goals.
Set time frames.
Spend time and money on your goals.
Surround yourself with positive people.
Act on your goals every day and…
Be persistent.
You can get your goals – guaranteed!
Chris Widener
is a popular speaker and writer as well as the President of Made for
Success and Extraordinary Leaders, two companies helping
individuals and organizations turn their potential into performance,
succeed in every area of their lives and achieve their dreams. Join
subscribers in over 100 countries around the world! Get Chris' FREE
weekly Made for Success Ezine at.
http://www.MadeForSuccess.com
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