Goal setting turns into Success

“If you’re not careful, your goals can turn into limits.”

Resolutions. How many have you kept over the years? 1? 2? 4? Anymore than that and you’re either part of the 10% of all people who actually keep their resolution or you’re lying!

Well, when we don’t have the knowledge on how to do something, can we be held responsible for it?

Just the other day, my Uncle, asked me if I had helped my Aunt set up her new Wii System. I said “Nobody ever asked or told me to do that, how was I to know she needed help?” I guess because I’m the most tech-savvy in the family, I’m expected to rush to the scene of any technological construction or emergency!

Here are the 5 key principles on HOW to keep those 2011 Resolutions…

Break your goal into a series of smaller goals.

One big goal is hard to obtain and can seem daunting to say the least. Break it up into small obtainable goals that you can reach in a couple days time or maybe a couple weeks at the most. You will see more progress and be more encouraged.

Tell Friends and Family about your resolution

By announcing your goal to your friends and family, you will be accountable for that goal and (if they like you!) they will help support you in reaching your goal.

Remind yourself

Make a tool that can be a constant reminder of your goal.  For example, a picture of your reward for achieving your goal or an encouraging statement somewhere you will always see it.

Small rewards

Institute some kind of system of small rewards. Buy yourself a gift for reaching a checkpoint or do something nice for yourself at a key mark in your progress.

Map your progress

Create a chart or spreadsheet to map out the progress you’re making. Be sure to include checkpoints and milestones. This will provide a visual reminder of how hard you are or aren’t working!

One of my goals this year is to make sure I don’t just TELL you to do something. I want to tell you HOW to do something. I am going to give you the knowledge and ability to run a successful business in 2011!