Many, maybe most, people see the new year as an opportunity to do something, well, new. Maybe your goal is to grow your business, or to shrink your waistline. Maybe it’s to meet new people or to garner new clients. Maybe it’s to climb Kilimanjaro or to start walking around the block. Whatever you imagine, here are some concrete ways to make your goals more achievable.
- Write them down. Make a list, but don’t make it too long. Be sure that the goals you set are ones you really believe you can meet.
- Set checkpoints. If you want to grow your business, what do you need to do in January? By April? Midyear? Make monthly lists of things to be accomplished.
- Don’t keep your goals secret. Tell your business partner, your management team, your friend. Those who support your vision will help you make it happen.
- Be forgiving. If you don’t reach your January goal, take a step back and ask why. How can it be revised in order to move forward?
- Celebrate success. Every time you make a successful business contact, write it down on a “success list.” Keep a record of the miles you’ve walked and be happy for what you’ve achieved. Success breeds success.
Whatever you strive for in 2018, may your year be full of happiness, peace, and personal growth.
© Melissa Bane Sevier, 2018