5 Tips To Improve Your Goal Setting Skills

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Your ability to discipline yourself to set clear goals, and then to work toward them every day, will do more to guarantee your success than any other single factor. – Brian Tracy

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Let’s begin September with a positive discussion to help improve your goal setting skills. When I think of improving any kind of skillset, you must be willing to make changes in your life that are sometimes difficult or uncomfortable. We’ve all been there. We set high expectations for ourselves when setting personal goals, but we don’t have a solid plan in place to reach them.

S.M.A.R.T. GOALS

Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible to the visible. – Tony Robbins

Well, how do you start? First, you should set some personal S.M.A.R.T. goals for yourself.

Here’s what S.M.A.R.T. means:

S – SPECIFIC – What do you want to accomplish?
M – MEANINGFUL – Why is this goal important to you?
A – ACTIONABLE – What steps will you take to achieve it?
R – REALISTIC – What is the action-oriented verb?
T – TIME ORIENTED – By when do you want to achieve this goal?

Example of my S.M.A.R.T. goal:

Simple Goal – I want to improve my health.
Smart Goal – I will improve my health by eating 100 grams of protein, at least 3 fruits/veggies, drinking 64oz of water and exercising daily. In addition, I will track my food intake and exercise too. Then, spend time reflecting and readjusting as needed.

5 TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR GOAL SETTING SKILLS

Life takes on meaning when you become motivated, set goals and charge after them in an unstoppable manner. – Les Brown

Next, you need to write down your goals to clarify and strengthen your daily intentions. Break down your goals into small and manageable steps to overcome any anxiety you may have. Then, hold yourself accountable by maintaining focus and discipline throughout the process.

Create realistic goals. Be realistic about what you want to accomplish. It’s easy to give up when goals are too ambitious. Consider making small changes and add on when you’re ready.
Write out a plan and keep track. Hold yourself accountable by tracking your progress.
Set smaller goals along the way. Smaller goals will keep you motivated and focused on the task at hand.
Reward yourself for milestones. Stay motivated by rewarding yourself for the achievements you hit along the way.
Don’t get discouraged. Never let minor setbacks define your progress. Remember each day allows you to start fresh again.

Remember, rewarding yourself will help reinforce the positive actions you’ve taken so you can continue doing it every day. Effective systems and habits make it easier for you to accomplish your goals on a regular basis.

MAKE A PLAN

The harder you work for something, the greater you’ll feel when you achieve it. – Unknown Author

Next, after you establish your goals, now it is time to create and follow a plan to make your goals a reality. Here’s some important items to keep in mind during the planning process:

Make clear and concise deadlines for achieving your goals.
Set personal milestones to stay motivated.
Decide what actions are required to reach your goals.
Put your actions into a schedule that is easy to follow.
Readjust your goals or plan as you see fit throughout your journey.

Don’t expect to see change if you don’t make one. In order to stay inspired to reach your personal goals, you have to give and receive remarkable influence over your life. You have to work hard and show your passion for whatever you set your heart out to do. You have to surround yourself with like-minded people, so you will feel the positive synergy around you. So, what are you waiting for? Use these helpful tips and suggestions to improve your goal setting skills today.

SELF-REFLECTION & JOURNAL PROMPTS

Set some goals, then demolish them. – Unknown

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Upon entering the journaling process, you will find that you are able to reflect freely without judgement. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Then, use these helpful journal prompts to help you enjoy your journal writing experience.

How often do you set goals for yourself?
How do you determine if something is important enough to set a goal for it?
How successful have you been at achieving the goals you have set for yourself?
What are some successes and failures of previous goals?
What are your biggest personal milestones that you have reached??
How confident do you feel about who you are?
How well are you currently balancing life?

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS & COMMENTS

Please share some of your goals or strategies in the comment section below so we can learn and grow together. I am excited to hear from you. Until next time, stay encouraged, stay healthy, and stay safe!

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!