10 Ways to Accomplish Your New Year's Resolutions

On Wednesdays, I share my thoughts on Learning and Professional Development.  Today's guest post was written by John Bishop of GoalSettingforStudents.com. 

Successfully completing your New Year's resolutions can be difficult, but with a little planning and determination you can greatly improve your chances for success.

The ideas below should help you stay focused, positive and motivated.

Ten ways to improve your chances for success:

1. Be realistic. - Make sure that the resolution(s) is realistic. Set yourself up for success by setting one or two reasonable and attainable goals that stretch your capabilities.
   
2. Write down your goal and action steps. - Break down the goal into achievable parts called action steps. With the completion of each action step you are moving closer to accomplishing your goal.
   
3. Set a time table. - Without a specific completion date, your resolution is only a wish.
   
4. Read the resolution(s) each night before bed and again when you wake up.
   
5. Determine what you will sacrifice. - Accomplishing your resolution will take time and effort on your part. What habits and behaviors are you willing to change in order to reach your goal?
   
6. Be determined and minimize excuses. You will face some hurdles as you strive to be successful. Avoid making excuses that stop you from reaching your goal.
   
7. Use the positive “I'll Make It Happen” words like: yes, I can and I will.
   
8. ”Minimize the Bummer Words” words. - Bummer words include - “no, can't, won't, never, maybe, and if.
   
9. ”Ask yourself each day, “Did I give my best effort today's activities?” An honest answer will help you stay focused and move you closer the successful completion of your New Year's Years Resolutions.
   
10. Don't be afraid to ask for help.

Good luck! This is your life! Your goals! Your success!
You are a WINNER!

Comments

[Cheryle Hoover Davis]

Lisa, I really love this! Thanks!