Creative Goal Setting Ideas
Goal setting involves the intention of developing a clear plan of action used as a guide to motivate yourself to attain a specific goal of intent. Whether you are focused on personal growth or business strategies, setting a clear path of success can be measurable goals used as an objective. In theory a person who sets goals is committed to a thought, emotion and behavior as a driving form of attainment with the intention of achieving the goal through action. Evaluating goals is essential for personal and professional use defining goals that are realistic and attainable. Align your goals with broader objectives of a desired future state which differs from the current state creating a mismatch which can turn thoughts into actions of attainment. Studies suggest that setting clear goals is challenging for the user and can motivate performance in job satisfaction.
Prioritizing goals motivates the process of attainment focusing on objectives nurtures strength and drive for achievement. Goal setting theory was developed by psychologist Edwin A. Locke in 1968 refined by Loke and Gary Latham in the 1990’s. The theory posits that specific and challenging goals lead to better task performance than vague easy goals. Whether you are working on a project or learning something new, reaching a specific goal takes time and patience with a realistic goal of what you can accomplish within a set timeframe. Join millions of Journey users from all walks of life to embark on your own unique journey of life to a deeper gratitude for what matters the most, setting goals for improved work, life balance to achieve better health, calm mind, through journaling diary. Journey is a journal diary app that is available on multiple platforms including Android, iOS, Windows, MAC, Web and Chrome OS.
Using Journeys Coach picks from an array of templates to guide your thoughts for self improvement, healthy living, setting goals, planning and organization. Take a minute to organize your life in a simple mindful way using the Decision Journal template to make thoughtful informed sessions by journaling. The decisions we make both big and small define who we are and how far we will go when we reach goals. To make the best sessions identifying patterns in your life to identify patterns in your life recognize your strengths and weaknesses utilizing the Journey’s Decision Template. Take time to pen rationale behind the scenes decisions you are thinking about focusing on the criteria of the pros and cons of making your dreams into a reality. Consider possible alternatives you can consider paying attention to emotions you are feeling through during your breakthrough moments.
Goal setting is a powerful process of thinking about your ideal future motivating yourself into making your vision a reality. Define your goals of what you want to achieve by focusing on a category of choice be it losing weight, mindset. fitness, Finance, retirement, business, travel, education, personal empowerment. Ensure you track your progress and know when you achieved your goals in a measurable time frame through journaling. Set realistic goals that are a challenge to achieve but attainable to achieve. Make sure your goals are important and aligned with your values of interest. Set a deadline to achieve your goals keeping yourself accountable. Several factors often interfere with personal goals being achieved including lack of clarity about the goal itself, fear of failure and negative self talk, distractions, unrealistic expectations, poor time management, conflicting priorities, and not having a solid plan of action, and anything that hinders consistent action toward a specific goal. Overcome obstacles listing a clear plan of action to ensure your goals are well defined that are measurable, time bound and relevant to your success.
Cheers!
Patricia Lynn
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