Achieving goals 

This page brings together key ideas and links to my articles about achieving goals. Explore these insights to learn how to set clear goals, stay motivated, and handle obstacles along the way. Each article offers practical strategies to help you make progress and turn your ambitions into reality.

Achieving goals is about taking practical steps that move you forward. A good place to start is by setting clear, specific goals that feel achievable. The more defined your goal, the easier it is to stay focused and motivated. Breaking big goals into smaller, manageable steps makes them less overwhelming and helps you track progress more easily.

Sticking with your goals matters just as much as setting them. That often means building habits and routines that support what you’re working toward. It could be carving out dedicated time each day, creating a supportive environment, or staying patient when things don’t go as planned. Setbacks will happen, but they don’t mean failure. They’re part of the process. Keep going, adjust when needed, and you might be surprised by what you can accomplish.

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🔗 Set goals you can commit to

Set a clear, specific goal. Know why it matters. Commit to doing what it takes to achieve it.

🔗 Plan ahead for obstacles

Anticipate the obstacles you might face and plan how you’ll handle them when they come up.

🔗 The Be-Do-Have Model

The Be-Do-Have model starts with who you are. Become the kind of person who naturally does what it takes to reach your goals. That shift in mindset drives your actions and creates the results you want.

🔗 Start small

Getting started is often the hardest part. Start small. Make your next step so simple it’s easy to take and hard to avoid.

🔗 Systems trump goals

Goals point the way. Systems get you there. Set your destination, then focus on the steps that move you forward every day.

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