Goals for Success
Written by Michelle Hayes
Many people in business always try to sell you the dream. It all sounds so good when it is being told to you. The fact is that dream will not be a reality until you set a goal. Goal setting may not be as far fetched as you think. Within this article you will learn how to set an obtainable goal and live your dreams!
Its 9: a.m. and you have errands to run, dinner to prepare for friends (they are coming to taste your specialty) and a few household chores. You need to have this all done before 6:p.m. Most would start out making a "things to do list" the night before to prepare the day. You do your chores and run errands and prepare dinner all in time for your dinner with friends. All goes well, Goal Achieved!
In business, you must set the same standards. You are the only person who can decide where you want your career to go and how to get there. You must decide what matters the most to you. Devise a plan to achieve your goals.
Distractions are common when working at home. No matter how organized you are and how your date book may look. Life is full of unexpected surprises. All the organization in the world cannot keep you on track without having specific goals and a plan in place.
The Making of Your List
Making your list of what is most important is the start of goal setting. Set aside some time to write down your goals. Make sure you prioritize them. Now you need to find your motivation for these goals. (Here is an example: Goal- Increase your business party sales. Reason – To have the life you have always wanted)
Visualize images as they come into your mind without monitoring them. Write down the first things that come to your mind. Visualize yourself in a shiny new car, taking a family vacation, having more time for romance, wearing a fabulous wardrobe, getting a massage or all of the above! These are the things that are most important to you. It is your life, these are your dreams and you can make them come true!
Concentrate on where your goal is taking you and navigate your plan to get there.
Now decide how much time you will need to devote to your business. Consider time constraints and obligations so you have nothing to distract you. Write down what you would like your income to be. Writing it down is the first step in getting to your goal.
Create Your Plan
You have made your list and know what you want. How do you get there? Your goals are your destinations and your plan is how you get there. Turn that list into a neatly written, more specific list of your goals. Prioritize them by what is most important to you. Make your goals achievable as well as short term and long term. Set goals to achieve for daily, weekly and monthly. I personally like 30-60-90 day goals. If you’re shooting for an annual goal list that too!
Now create a plan to achieve your goals.
- Daily: Structure each day with the necessary time you will need to devote to your business.
- Weekly: How many contacts do you need to make each week to add bookings to your schedule?
- Monthly: How many parties will you need to earn the salary you desire?
- Annually: What do I need to achieve highest in sales, top recruiter or even the trip promotion?
If your goal is recruiting, consider how many new recruits you may need to Climb the management ladder and to achieve your status goal. Achieve the Top Recruiter Award.
Set Your Plan in Motion
Post your goals and plan in your work area as a constant reminder. Keeping them easily accessible will keep you on track. You could post pictures of the trips or prizes you wish to earn. Revise your goals when necessary. You may find that you may have underestimated yourself and need to raise the bar a bit. Or you may have set some unrealistic goals that place impractical demands on your time. Changing your goals or reprioritizing them to better adapt to your personal life or obligations is fine.
A wonderful time management method is to set clear goals and a plan by which you can achieve them. You can avoid some of the most common time stealers such as procrastination, indecision, interruptions from the telephone and visitors. Two things to keep you stress and fatigue free are organized workspace and set hours (to concentrate on your goals). Let family and friends know this is work time. A clearly defined path to your success along with prioritized goals will help you visualize your dreams into a reality!
Key Qualities of a Useful Goal
- Specific – Describes what you want to accomplish with as much detail as possible.
- Measurable – Describes your goal in terms that can be clearly evaluated.
Challenging – Takes energy and discipline to accomplish. - Realistic – Capable of obtaining it.
- Deadline Date – Specify completion dates for each goal. Break down long term goals into smaller goals with targeted dates.
- Ask yourself what your business can do for you AND what can you do for your business!
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