Goals by Daily Actions

When you set a great big scary goal for yourself it can seem almost unreal. Maybe it’s doubling your income, working only a three day week, or buying the home you’ve always dreamed about. Sometimes, it can appear just so far away you can easily say to yourself “can I really do this?” or “is this really possible for me?”

But there’s a simple truth to the matter, whatever your goal and no matter how big or far away it seems. Its accomplishment will come down to the action you take on a day by day basis. You can have all the plans in the world and a sure-fire strategy to achieve your goal but it still comes down to taking action. If you don’t then you will fail.

A James Allen quote I came across said “Most beginnings are small and appear trivial and insignificant but in reality they are the most important things in life“.

The famous coach Tony Robbins says you must take massive action towards your goals. But even massive action still comes down to daily actions. One at a time. Bit by bit. Once you’ve taken one step you’re ready for the next, and the next, and the next. But you’ve got to take the steps.

If you’ve ever procrastinated then the only way out is to take action. Thinking about it won’t move you forward. If you ever feel scared then its action that will help you deal with your fear. The fear of something is far worse than the reality, especially if you dwell on it. If you ever feel overwhelmed then, ultimately, it’s taking action that will overcome the situation.

Think now of something that you really want. Something big. something that really stretches your beliefs. Something that when you get it is truly life changing and transformational. All you have to do is start taking action. Cast aside any reasons why not like “I don’t know where to begin” or “I’m not sure it’s the right time” or whatever it is that people come up with. Just get into a powerful, certain state and take consistent, determined action. That’s all you need to do. When do you begin? Right now.

Written by John Dashfield

Dashfield Coaching and Development

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Actions Reflect Your Character

Take Action

Thousands of years ago, Aristotle said: Actions determine what kind of characteristics are developed.

How many times do we fail to take action, but continue to moan and complain about the state of our personal lives, professional lives and even business lives even though we say we want to master success?

Recently, I gave a 20 minute presentation to a group of local business owners and executives – all women. In the one page handout, gave a mini-action plan. The essence of this mini-action plan was…

• What will you do in the next 24 hours?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next week?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next month?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next 3 months?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next 6 months?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next 9 months?
• What will be the results from this action?
• What will you do in the next year?
• What will be the results from this action?

How many times do we hear something, but fail to take action? How can we say that:

• We want to be agents of change?
• We truly want personal self improvement?
• We want to see our businesses grow?

But fail to initiate specific changes to realize those wants, hopes, dreams and goals?

There is a common adage about walking the talk. Simply speaking, taking actions or not taking actions boils down to each person’s individual character or their ethics and beliefs. So when you know that you need to do something and fail to take action, consider how that it affecting your personal character.

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Smart Goals?

Smart Goals

Each year many work teams set goals for the coming year and leadership teams determine their objectives for their organizations. During the goal and objective setting process, the term SMART goal is often used without much thought as to what it may mean as an overall working plan. SMART goals are a way to not only decide what to do, but how to do it in a way that can easily be tracked to determine whether or not progress is made and know when the goals are met. In this type of goal, the acronym in SMART stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-based.

Specific describes the details of what is to be accomplished in a clear and simple way. The goal must be easy to understand and well defined in order to make achieving it possible. Unclear goals are easily misunderstood and therefore typically do not accomplish the desired results. Being specific answers the question of what has to be done so that appropriate actions can be taken.

Measurable uses quantifiable terms in order to compare where the goal is in reaching the desired target. Establishing performance criteria for measuring the goal will allow for changes during the goal period in order to manage the process and stay on track to meeting the target. Utilizing a definite tracking method shows how much will be gained by accomplishing the goal and encourages continued improvement.

Attainable means the goal is within the ability and capability of those involved while stretching their collective talents to reach the most desirable target. It means that the defined goal is both possible and realistic while still being challenging for the organization and its people. Having a goal that stretches people and allows for growth opportunity often leads to very worthwhile business results.

Relevant indicates the goal is not only within reach of skill levels but also has meaning and relates directly to the purpose or vision of those who are responsible for meeting the goal. Relevancy means everyone involved can understand how they influence the goal and how it affects them. When a goal is relevant to those involved it increases commitment and makes meeting the goal a highly motivational tool.

Time-based defines a period for meeting the measurements in the goal or a deadline date for accomplishing the overall target goal. Having a time frame established allows a frequency for monitoring progress, staying on track, making adjustments to meet the overall goal, and gaining momentum with each accomplishment along the goal path. Without a time-based element to the goal, it will be impossible to make a targeted plan.

Use the acronym SMART to establish goals that are: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-based. SMART goals may be used as an effective way to decide what to do in the coming year and where to make changes if the tracked goals are not progressing as desired. During the yearly goal or objective setting process, be sure to use the SMART goal definition when working on a plan for the future of a team or organization.

Shirley Fine Lee, author of “R.A!R.A! A Meeting Wizard’s Approach”, has worked as a training and development specialist since 1986, and an independent consultant since 2000. She has extensive experience, helping organizations with their team building, training development, meeting facilitation, presentation delivery, and other communication needs. This work involves developing productivity tools, presenting workshops, and writing. For instance, she has authored numerous training manuals and guides, on a wide variety of topics. Her programs include time management, getting organized, problem solving, and team building. Sign up for Shirley’s free productivity newsletter on her website or visit her leadership blog. Find out more about her and options she provides on her website at http://www.shirleyfinelee.com.

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