- Use the S.M.A.R.T. goal format: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-based. Click here to see an example.
- Write them down and post them up. Make sure to always write down your goals and post them somewhere where you will see them regularly. This will act as a consistent reminder and help to keep you focused throughout the year.
- Monitor regularly. Make sure to take time and monitor your goals and progress regularly. Are you on track to make your goals? Have you fallen off track slightly? What do you need to adjust in your plan to get back on track?
- Be accountable. Make sure to have something in place that will keep you accountable to making your goals. This can be a business partner, colleague, your board, your team or even a good friend. Give them permission to hold you accountable and make sure you report to them regularly about your progress.
- Celebrate! When you reach your milestones make sure you celebrate! Decide what you will do to celebrate beforehand too and this can help keep you motivated!
Overall, set time aside to make your goals and work out a plan to achieve them. Then, get to work! Wishing you all much success for 2017!
