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We have all read articles and books about success or wealth building strategies and usually each one includes the importance of setting goals.
I believe how you make these goals is just as important, as the actual goals themselves.
I have studied many experts in the area of personal ... Views: 1258
This post is a continuation of my previous article, Making Room for Your Dream, where I wrote about making room for your dream. (If you haven’t read it yet, I would definitely recommend reading it before reading on.)
Now that we have each taken some time and visualized our dream, sat with it, ... Views: 1373
Three Steps to Achieve Success
Many people spend a lifetime searching for the secret to success when it is in front of them the whole time. There really isn't a magic secret to being successful it just requires purposeful action. Purposeful action means that we behave in a fully conscious ... Views: 1590
Everyone is at a crossroads each moment of each day – it’s just that we never stop to reflect on the fact that each minute decision we make can have life-changing consequences. A client recently recounted a story from his youth. He told me about he used to hang out with his best friend – and his ... Views: 5134
If you're looking for a guaranteed way to win the lottery (other than purchasing every ticket available), you won't find it here or anywhere else. But there's another kind of luck, and it's not the "luck of the Irish." You have it within your power to create your own luck. Real luck is about ... Views: 2180
It takes a lot of energy to remain on task when Murphy 's Law is in effect (Murphy's Law = whatever can go wrong, does). Having personally experienced this (repeatedly) over the years, I have been able to build muscle in this area and can now remain focused and keep moving forward, right through ... Views: 1426
Changing how we feel about the past can only occur if we begin taking responsibility for what we were holding in mind. The good news is we can change how we feel about any situation. Instead of struggling to change the past, a better way to move forward is to begin directing our attention on ... Views: 2083
In the sphere of self improvement, much lip service is paid to the idea of goal setting. Chances are, if you are trying to enrich your life and find more success, these steps have been hammered into your brain:
- Set a goal
- Develop a plan
- Take action
- Follow through
- Measure your ... Views: 9328
“Habit is habit and not to be flung out of the window by any man, but coaxed downstairs a step at a time.”
-Mark Twain
Motivation is the desire to do things. It's the difference between waking up before dawn to pound the pavement and lazing around the house all day. It's the crucial element ... Views: 1009
Most of us have many goals in life. These goals might have to do with work, finances, relationships and family.Some of the goals that many people strive for are to feel worthy, loved, and valued. Many people spend much time in their lives seeking the approval of others, believing that getting ... Views: 4458
For many, the beginning of a new year brings promises of new positive habits and the release of old negative ones. While we start the year off motivated to make big changes in our lives, we often lose steam before the end of February. But what about those that actually do stick to their ... Views: 1142
Stop pursuing success, believing that you can achieve any number of goals, if you follow and stick to all the principals described in the self-help books you have read. The principal for achieving all your goals is simple:
•Clarify your vision and purpose.
•Create goals that are aligned with ... Views: 1341
Surprisingly enough, setting goals may actually hinder your chances of life-long success!
Let me begin by saying that goal setting is wickedly effective. In other words, if you desire an outcome, and make it a goal, the odds are extremely likely that you’ll achieve it. And therein lies the ... Views: 2523
When it comes to money, people get serious very quickly. "Put your money where your mouth is" implies that if you're serious about something, "pony up" the money and follow through.
I often watch business owners get excited about a business idea, goal or fantasy vacation and then immediately ... Views: 1210
Do you know what your goals are but can't seem to make them come true? Is your life going in the direction you'd like it to? It may be time to take some action, any action! As Will Rogers said, "Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there."
Most of us feel ... Views: 1620
Do you use procrastination to avoid doing things that you actually WANT to do?
Do you procrastinate things such as...
Exercising?
Doing the dishes?
Writing a report?
Making networking or sales prospecting phone calls?
Writing articles and blog posts?
How about something as seemly simple ... Views: 1292
The 2nd Step to Accomplishing Your Goals
GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING
Writing down goals is never enough to accomplish them. Just look at all of the New Year’s resolutions set across the world every year. Usually, they’re the same ones that weren’t accomplished the ... Views: 1719
What do we need to do to see ourselves in an entirely new way?! How about deciding what we would like to accomplish; then, pursuing our goal until it is positively achieved. Truly these are appropriate steps in any successful goals process. Regardless if the goal includes issues related to ... Views: 1628
It has to be stated that if you suffer from lack of self-esteem is the difference between feeling all- powerful and feeling like a little frightened rabbit that is powerless in how it controls its emotions. It's the awareness of yourself that has a massive influence on how other individuals see ... Views: 1264
Brainwave entrainment alters your dominant brainwave frequency so that you can take your personal power back and break habits that are negatively impacting your life.
Habits are unconscious and compulsive. If you surrender yourself to something habitually, it can become an addiction.
Addiction ... Views: 1425
I have found that there is a repeating theme, things that are reliant on something out of my control and must be done by a certain deadline, get done just in time.
It generally applies to things in which I had no control, such as something I want to sell. I have to wait until someone wants to ... Views: 969
Today I want to share with you an important piece of information that may seem very obvious. The truth is, though, most people don't utilize this incredibly effective tool for moving forward and getting unstuck instantaneously!The powerful tool I'm talking about is the mini-action step, as I ... Views: 1024
Richard Bach said, “You are never given a dream without also being given the power to make it true.” Are you working on your dream, or feel too stuck to move?
There are three keys for goal setting and getting. When something other than achievement or accomplishment is the result, one or more ... Views: 983
Ways to Achieve Your Goals: Become a Money Magnet
Do you struggle with ways to achieve your goals? Would you like to know one of the best ways to become wealthy? Would you like to know a great way to attract money into your life? Then you must learn to become a “Money Magnet”
Learning to ... Views: 1283
I own a martial arts school. I've instructed martial arts for
many years. Also, like a lot of people, I’ve played sports. And in
my experience, you always have those individuals who don't
want to make a mistake.
It's like the football player who wants to be great and score a
bunch of ... Views: 2001
Why should we write down our goals and dreams on paper?
Here's 22 reasons why:
1. Thoughts get easily forgotten and lost in everyday life - We think lots of thoughts everyday; about 60 000 of them everyday!
2. By writing our goals down on paper, we are clarifying what is most important ... Views: 1992
Action, or better yet, “Taking Action,” is critical for a successful life. We know that sometimes we just need to get off our butts.
Dr. Phil on his TV show says that “LIFE REWARDS ACTION.” That’s actually one of his life rules.
Tony Robbins frequently says that we should “TAKE MASSIVE ... Views: 11720
Maybe you have wondered how successful entrepreneurs got that entrepreneurial killer instinct. They see opportunities and capitalize on them. Are they born with it or is it something that can be learned?
There are probably some people where it runs in their blood, but I know that I am not ... Views: 1018
I often start my Wellness On The Go™ workshops with information about the importance of setting goals. By a show of hands, I ask the audience to demonstrate how many of them have goals, and whether or not these goals have been documented. Throughout the course of my workshops I have come to ... Views: 3111
One of the most valuable lessons to be learned, in terms of achieving goals, is to begin at the end. When working towards any goal, most people begin at the beginning (sounds logical doesn’t it?). The problem with starting at the beginning is most of us are focused on where we are right now. ... Views: 1410
I want to talk about how to deal with one of the most frustrating and demotivating things that happen to people- the slump.
We all face them at one point or another, and how you handle yourself through a slump or “losing streak” determines how quickly you get out of it. As Dr. Suess says, ... Views: 1618
One of our Success Circle members recently asked for more specific guidelines on setting goals. The members each set a 60 Day WOW Goal – an achievement that they will feel really terrific about sharing with other members at the end of 60 days.
Here are my best secrets for setting great WOW ... Views: 1196
Goals and dreams have the power to keep you young at heart well beyond your 50’s. Unfortunately very few people get much further than stating their goals and too often become trapped in the reality between their plan and the boundaries of their comfort zone.
According to Psychology Today 45% ... Views: 1086
Many people carry around with them a lot of “burden” or “scatter” in their minds.
When I say this I mean that they still hold the things they say they should do but do not. Get rid of the could have and should haves that are holding you prison.
These people carry around with them a lot of ... Views: 999
Today, you are going to put all your excuses behind you. You are going to throw your self-doubt out the window. You will stop second-guessing yourself and take the next step!
I don't care if you want to loose some weight, eat healthier, learn Japanese, write a novel, take your kid to Disney ... Views: 1119
Don't bother setting goals. It's a waste of time. Let me explain why I feel this way about goals and then offer a better alternative.
See if this scenario sounds familiar. You decide to work towards some new level of accomplishment. So you set a goal for yourself. Actually, you probably ... Views: 1450
What have you done this week that got you closer to a goal, big or small?
We all have goals that we set on a number of different levels. Some are simple, but persistent thoughts, others may be mapped out on a vision board or written down on a clearly defined list. I have learned during my time ... Views: 1398
Some time ago, I was asked this question, "How do you discover your life purpose?" The person who asked this question was in his late forties, and can be considered to be reasonably successful financially. Yet, to him, there was something else that seemed to be missing in his life. He thought ... Views: 1861
Wish you had more motivation? Do you set ambitious goals, start off with a bang , and then fizzle out long before the job is done? Do you keep beating yourself up for not following through?
Although you're probably thinking "I just lack motivation," there's a good chance that all you're ... Views: 3187
The martial arts belt system is one of the greatest human development systems ever created, but only if it is used correctly. Success in the real world is full of obstacles. They need to be surmounted to achieve the desired goal or result. Most people quit within inches of their success!
So ... Views: 3855
Motivational Speakers
Taking the first step along the path of success and super achievement is crucial. The challenge we face though is the ability to stay on track and to keep taking those next steps every day after the initial positive emotions we felt when we made that first step start to ... Views: 1168
Do you sometimes feel like your life is filled with perspiration rather than inspiration? You're working, working, and working some more, but nothing seems to get done and you seem to be going nowhere. It's like you're stopped in traffic on the interstate of your life. If you're like me, you're ... Views: 1630
As we enter a New Year it is customary and valuable to reflect on where you have been and on where you are going. It is time consider what you want improved in your life, what you want to be different, and what you wish to change. In that spirit many of us make New Year’s resolutions. But the ... Views: 2133
Want to hear something shocking? According to Indexcreditcards.com, the average American is carrying $4,013 in revolving (mostly credit card) debt and the average household is carrying $7,861 of such debt. Now keep in mind that about 25% of American households have no credit cards, which means ... Views: 919
If you consider yourself to be pessimistic person, do yourself a favor, - don’t waste your time reading another word.
In my music career mentoring program, I ask my students (those I mentor) to take a very special test in one of the first few sessions. It’s an eye-opening experience for ... Views: 954
You’ve woken up in the morning and made breakfast for yourself and your family; you’ve taken the kids to school before heading to work. During your lunchtime, you manage to grab a bite whilst paying the bills because they’re piling up, and you don’t want to pay the late penalty fee. You finish ... Views: 5801
The United States Marine Corps believes strongly in what they call “The Rule of Three.” They’ve found that implementing this rule saves lives, gets more done faster and more efficiently.
An article on The Corps in Inc. magazine says, “The rule dictates that a person should limit his or her ... Views: 2738
We all hear about how making changes involves giving up something or making sacrifices of some type. If we want to lose weight we have to “give up” some of our favorite foods. If we want to start a business, we have to give up financial security and the list goes on.
But what if it wasn’t so ... Views: 1181
Life coaching is a wonderful profession where you have the ability to change people's lives, make a difference in the world, and earn a decent living. Imagine that! Being a coach is not a "job" it’s a credible vocation that is in great need, yet most coaches have never learned how to manage ... Views: 6737
Yes sir (or ma’am), you are not doing it right. You are running around in circles; never coming to a point where you understand where you are or where you are going. You are not doing it right. What is it that you are NOT doing? You are not setting concrete goals that will take you from one step ... Views: 1155