I want to own an island, travel the world with no reservations, and provide for family and friends so they do not have to do something they hate. I want to do a lot, but seeing the big picture isn’t the simplest way to accomplish one’s goals.
I am a proponent of setting goals. I believe goal setting is one of the most important aspects to humans. Throughout each civilization, there have been different goals, but goals have always been present. With that said, goals can be misleading.
Look at the following scenario and tell me which seems more likely to be accomplished…
I will end world hunger.
I will write an eBook.
I don’t think it takes anyone extremely smart or me to know that the second of the two scenarios is likelier to occur.
Goals can be misleading because we sabotage ourselves more often than we think. Sure, one can work towards solving major world issues or accomplish personal feats that take a lifetime, but it is the small, simple goals that lead to the major successes.
One should try and approach goals as they were a pyramid. Obviously, the apex is the end goal. To reach the apex of one’s potential, one has to accomplish smaller goals and build skyward.
To simplify your approach to achieving your goals, I suggest the following…
- Write down 1 major goal. On a piece of paper write down a goal that may take years to achieve with room for outlining from this apex.
- Break the 1 major goal into 3-5 primary goals. These goals should branch from the apex with difficult, but attainable accomplishments that may take months to a year.
- Break the 3-5 primary goals down into 5-10 smaller goals. This should generate 15-50 smaller goals that can be achieved within a week to a month.
Most of you know this approach, but how many actually apply it. Try it right now. Grab a piece of paper and map out your success. It will take you 5 minutes and may be the most action-provoking 5 minutes you will ever have.
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