Do more than is expected... and then some (cont'd)

Lesson No 3
Keep your goals in sight —
Dream big dreams, but realize that realistic short term goals are the key to success.

Goal setting is a critical step in achieving success in your life. By setting goals, you will be able to accomplish all your tasks in a timely, organized manner. Planning out your goals can help you focus your efforts so that you can quickly reach your goals without becoming frustrated or sidetracked along the way. Goal setting can also give you the motivation you need to be successful, while building your confidence and self-esteem with every goal that you achieve. Confidence and high self-esteem will help you in life, no matter what project you undertake.

While setting your goals, make sure your specific target of performance are S.M.A.R.T., i.e. Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely

Remember:

• Make sure your goals are specific
• Choose a time frame for your goals; long or short term?
• They have to be measurable
• They need to be challenging, but achievable
• Last, but not least, make sure they are written for an unwritten goal is only a wish!

I will explain in more details about goals at a future time. But remember that your goals are your dreams with their workboots on! Learn the proven steps to goal setting and use them to achieve anything you really want in life. Put your hands on the steering wheel of your own future and begin moving in a new direction.

Goal setting is not about timing -- it's about decision. There's no better time than now to take control of your life. This life is not a dress rehearsal; it's the only one you've got.