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Setting a goal

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One of the cornerstones of lifecoaching, is to set a goal and then make a plan to reach it, checking off your actions as you go. Setting a goal, isn’t something lofty, but a very precise process, that has a couple of components that are important for it to work.

Here are seven things to consider, when you set a goal, with an example. A goal has to be:

Specific – define exactly what you’d like to achieve, such as: “I’d like to lose weight.”

Measurable – define how much, or any other factor that you can measure, such as: “I’d like to lose 10 lbs.”

Attainable and Reasonable – state something as your goal, that you know you actually can reach. Don’t opt for wanting to lose 30 lbs in one week. That isn’t attainable and reasonable.

Time-bound – set a deadline for when you’d like to have reached your goal, such as: “I’d like to lose 10 lbs before June.”

Action-oriented – include something about how you intend to reach your goal, such as: “I’d like to lose 10 lbs by going for longer walks, three times per week, before June.”

Purposeful – stating why you’d like to reach your goal is important to make it feel purposeful, such as: “I’d like to lose 10 lbs, so that I’ll feel better about myself, get in better shape, and look better.”

What is a goal you’d like to reach?

Turning your dream into reality

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How do we make our dreams come true and manifest our intentions? Here is a simple outline that you can follow:

  1. Write down a vision you have. Describe your dream or your wish.
  2. State your intention that you’d like to see this become real.
  3. Create goals.
  4. Make a plan for what to do.
  5. See to which resources you’ll need.
  6. Find support.
  7. Take action!

We start by dreaming big. What does your dreamlife look like? What is it that you’d like to accomplish and why? What is the feeling you’re seeking, through this dream? For example: financial independence, becoming popular, be creative, be productive, make a difference… You can also add why you think this is important (This will give you a sense of purpose.).

Then, we state our intention with a mission statement. Our intentions are like little seeds that we plant; a wish we would like see happening. You can simply finish this sentence: “I’d like to…”

To begin manifesting this dream, dilute it into goals. A goal is something that you know is attainable, affordable, possible and with a deadline, or time, for it to be done.

Now, it’s time to map it out with a plan. What is it that you need to do? Do you need more information? Learn something? Which contacts do you need? Is there someone you could meet with? Do you need any legal permits, licences or visas? Who are you going to work with? Who are going to find use for your goal? Where do you want this to take place?

Nothing can get done without money. It’s a cruel fact. So, how much do you need and for what? Do you have anything saved? Can you take a loan? Work extra? Find sponsors? Meet with investors? Do it together with someone else? Is there any equipment involved? Can you lease it instead of buying? A resource can also be your own actual ability, such as if your health permits, your location and your family status as well as your knowledge.

We all thrive better with support. If you know of someone who has done what you plan already; ask him or her for advice. He or she can be your mentor. You might also decide on which friends or co-workers you can tell this to and thus get their support and cheer. Perhaps, there is a group online or where you live, that can be helpful?

Finally, make a checklist of all the things you need to do. To call, to find, to apply, to read up on, to e-mail, to go and see, to measure, to count, to follow up and when by….

To make this process clearer with your own dreams, goals and wishes, as well as to build your own confidence, you can book a meeting with me as your lifecoach. I can coach you through Zoom, or in person, and also take on small groups. Contact me here to try!