Revisit, Revise, and Re-Energize your '08 Goals!

Since September’s theme is all about Refocusing and Setting Yourself up for Success to ensure that 2008 turns out the way you planned, one of my favorite topics, Goal Setting, is right on target! Hopefully you have your 2008 Goals nearby or posted where you can see them. If not, dig them out, dust them off, and read on:

Now’s a good time to evaluate the progress you’ve made toward accomplishing the items on your list. Take this opportunity to check off the ones you’ve accomplished and celebrate those achievements. Congratulations! Take a look at the remaining ones. Are they feasible and important enough to stay on the list? Will they affect the way your success is measured come December 31st? Now, prioritize this revised list.

Remember, your brain is a “goal seeking organism” – once you commit to something, it will continue to find ways to make your intentions happen. If you have achieved some goals thus far, you must set more, otherwise you have no direction for the rest of the year. Here are some reminders for revising and re-energizing your 4th quarter goals:

Be specific – vague goals cause vague results. Answer the questions “how much?” and “by when?”.
Reach higher – stretch into new areas, even uncomfortable ones, in order to grow.
Write goals down in detail – be explicit – give your subconscious mind details to work with so it can keep directing you toward the right opportunities.
Make goals visible - read them each day, aloud if possible, and to make them even more powerful, close your eyes and envision your life with them already accomplished.
Be accountable – ask someone to help you by holding you accountable and reminding you of your goals.

At first glance, this may sound like something you don’t have time for. Studies prove, though, that those who have goals and write down what they want have much more success than those who do not. This week, plan for your end-of-year success and follow the tips above. You won’t regret going through this exercise of resetting and re-energizing your goals!

Please post your tips and success stories about goal setting. Have a great week!