So, how are you doing so far?
So far you’ve learned:
- KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO ACCOMPLISH
- WRITE A PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT
- RESEARCH WHAT OTHERS HAVE DONE
- CREATED SHORT & LONG-TERM GOALS
- MAKE YOUR GOALS MEASURABLE
- CREATE A TIME-LINE FOR ACTION
TODAY:
7. MAKE AN ACTION BOOK WITH A TABLE OF CONTENTS
Organization is important for keeping your plans alive. A good way to accomplish this is to create an action book. Your action book should include a page for each of your goals. On each page, list the necessary steps to reach the goal and the date by which you intend to accomplish each step in the plan. Leave room for notes so you can make changes as necessary. Give your action book a table of contents with page numbers for easy reference. Get creative with your action book by writing an inspirational message that relates to the particular goal at the top of the page.
8. MAKE SURE YOUR PLAN IS REALISTIC
Warren Buffett once said, “I don’t look to jump over 7-foot bars; I look around for 1-foot bars that I can step over.” Buffett was commenting on the importance of being realistic when you make plans. Instead of resolving to earn an extra $100,000 this year; start by vowing to save an extra $1,000. Plan to buy nothing unless it is on sale by at least 30%.
Remember, that your goals would be things you are willing and able to do. Make goals that are possible to accomplish this week and build the bigger goal with each passing week.
I know, it’s hard work, but, it’s the BEST hard work you’ll ever do!
So very true