Keep Those Resolutions

It’s that time of year again where everyone starts making their New Year’s resolutions and, I’m sure, for many of us the intentions are good. The truth is, less than 8% of people actually stick to their resolutions each year. The big question is, why is the percentage so low?Even though the percentages are low, millions of people will continue to set goals with high hopes of a better year ahead. Whether it’s to lose weight, get organized, have more success, etcetera…

it’s all about sticking to your goals.

Let me encourage you to not let the low percentage of follow-through stop you from setting new goals.

If you want to have success, you must have goals. Without goals, people just simply wander around with not much of a purpose. The key is not only to have goals but, more importantly, to stick to these resolutions.

The first step is to start with some small goals. Goal setting is more of a marathon than it is a sprint. When we set a big goal, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and give up if things aren’t going as planned. This is why it’s important to set small, micro goals that will help you to achieve your ultimate goal.

When setting your goals, make sure you are doing it for the right reasons. This must be of deep importance to you rather than trying to fulfill someone else’s goals. Write out the things in your life that you would like to improve on that truly do matter to you. When it means something to you, you are more likely to stick with it. Along the way document how you are doing. This will help you to stay focused on your goals. Having a daily journal is very important also. Write out each day how things are going. This will allow you to assess where you are in your success journey.

Please understand once again that this is a marathon. There will be days where you feel like you are going backwards. That’s OK. Perhaps you have made some bad choices. Learn to forgive yourself and get back up and go for it again. There will be ups and downs, but make sure you keep plugging away towards your goal.

Having a success schedule and plan is an important part of achieving your goals as well.

If you have not done this already, get yourself an appointment book and schedule out each day. You will find that having a schedule will reduce stress in your life.

On your success journey, while you are working at achieving your goals, make sure you surround yourself with people that are like minded.

Do not try to be a Lone Ranger. You need positive people that will encourage you and help you stay motivated.

Find someone you trust who is reliable, and will commit to joining you on your success journey.

Make sure you have an accountability partner. Tell as many people as you feel comfortable with what your resolutions are and encourage them to check in with you for updates on your progress.

Accountability is a big part of achieving your goals.

Finally, as you are working your way towards your goals, make sure you are enjoying the journey. Resolutions cannot just be all about hard work and no fun. It’s important to reward yourself for achievements you make, no matter how big or how small they are. Treat yourself here and there. The rewards will show you that your resolution plan is working well, and that you are improving yourself step by step.

So this year, make a commitment to follow through on your resolutions. It’s all about growth and progress. Make the commitment.

Your future self will thank you.

Happy Selling,

David