The document outlines 8 steps for effective goal setting: 1) identify your goals in writing, 2) analyze needs, 3) list benefits and obstacles, 4) define objectives, 5) create an action plan with timelines, 6) share goals with others, 7) regularly review and evaluate progress, and 8) reward yourself for successes. The process helps individuals set priorities across multiple goals and track progress toward objectives to ultimately achieve their defined goals.
2. Step 1 - Identify your Goals 2
Identify your goals and write your goals down.
Goals do not occur in isolation.
We have many different goals in our lives, and we
need to figure out how to set priorities and still
reach our different goals.
3. Step 2 - Need Analysis
Do you need to read or do research about something?
Do you need to learn a special skill to meet your goal?
How much practice will it take?
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4. Step 3 - List Benefits and Obstacles
What can block my progress?
Am I making any assumptions?
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5. Step 4 List Objectives
Objectives let you track your progress more efficiently
Objectives are not so overwhelming
Objectives are easier to achieve
Objectives let you feel the progress
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6. Step 5 Create a Plan of Action
Develop a plan of action to complete each objective and reach your goal.
Set up a time frame for your goals and objectives.
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7. Step 6 Share your Goals
Talk about your goals with another.
Share them with your friends and your family.
When we talk to others about our goals, it helps us get a better idea of
what we are going to do.
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8. Step 7 Review and evaluate your
goals
Take some time to review your entire goal.
T o ensure you are heading to right direction,
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9. Step 8 Reward yourself
Reward yourself for your success.
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