High-performance goal setting is about more than saying “I want to. . .”.  It is a process that begins with serious contemplation of what you want, involves a lot of focussed hard work, and ends with the attainment of your goals.  Along the way, there are some proven steps that increase your chance of success.  They include:

1. Connect your goals to a personal motivation.  To ensure they do, write down the “why” for this particular goal.
2. Ensure you have “SMART” goals (i.e., Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound).
3. Write them down.  Keep a positive and definitive focus (i.e., use “will” vs. “would like to” or “hope to”).
4. Make it granular – ensure you have an action plan with individual steps or mini-goals.
5. Review your progress regularly.  Goal-setting, and the time you spend reviewing and refining your goals, is a leading-indicator for high-performers.

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