Setting+Goals

// “The reason most people never reach their goals is that they don't define them, or ever seriously consider them as believable or achievable. Winners can tell you where they are going, what they plan to do along the way, and who will be sharing the adventure with them //. // ” // -- Denis Watley

Setting a goal is an important step in determining your career. Keep in mind - everyone is different. We all have different skills, interests, and responsibilities, so the pathways to our dream careers may be a little different from others we know.

It's important to think realistically when setting your goals. For example, if you're interested in becoming a doctor, you wouldn't expect to finish medical school in two years - that's impossible! Think about what it would take to accomplish your ultimate goal - Do you need to save money before you can move to another city or country? Do you need to finance your own education? Do you need to get a degree in higher education? Do you have other responsibilities you need to fulfill first?

//Try this goal-setting exercise.// Think about something you want to accomplish in the next year. On a sheet of paper, write your goal in the following format: "I ___[insert your goal in active present tense]___ by __[month / year you will accomplish your goal]__."

//For example, "I have a bachelor's degree in Marine Biology by June 2016." //
 * HOW TO SET GOALS:**
 * Decide what you want
 * Start small, create short-term goals that will set you up to achieve long-term goals
 * Match your goals to relevant areas in your life.
 * Be Positive: I am not going to be late vs. I’m going to be on time.
 * Don’t underestimate yourself
 * Write it down and affirm it
 * Don’t Procrastinate!


 * TYPES OF GOALS:**
 * Health and Wellness
 * Education
 * Volunteer/Internship
 * Community and Philanthropic
 * Jobs/Careers
 * Finances
 * Family and Friends
 * Personal