How to Set Goals That You Can Actually Achieve

When it comes to lifestyle coaching, one of the greatest benefits of the experience is learning how to set achievable goals, and more people are taking notice of this advantage! According to Paperbell, in the US, life coaching is currently the second-fastest growing industry. Let's take a closer look at a few tips for setting and meeting personal and professional goals.

Break Large Goals Down Into Smaller Ones

This is one of the most effective tools that many people don't learn until they begin lifestyle coaching. For example, if you want to learn a new language or master public speaking, it's important to have smaller, clearly defined goals stretched out over time. Rather than saying you want to learn French by the end of the year, make the goal smaller, such as a decision to study French for 30 minutes every day.

Set a Deadline

Without a deadline, it's difficult to follow through on your goals and see them through to completion. Phrasing a goal in a different way will make it more likely that you achieve it. One example is expanding your exercise routine. Rather than saying that you'll start going to three workout classes per week, state the goal in a step-up fashion. This week I'll go to one class, two the next week, and so on. This way, your goal of regularly attending three classes per week by the end of the month is much more achievable.

Don't Hesitate to Re-examine Your Expectations

Once you've reached your current goals, you'll want to reexamine where you are. Were the goals too easy or is it time to increase them? Or maybe the opposite is true. After diligent efforts towards meeting them, they still seem out of reach. Honestly assessing where you are each month can help you alter your goals so that they make sense. There's no sense in continuing to beat yourself up over a goal that just isn't going to happen. Reassess and alter current goals so that they're in alignment with your personal expectations and abilities.

Lifestyle coaching is an effective way to expand your personal and professional performance beyond your current levels. Now's the time to learn how to enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling life! Reach out today to schedule an introductory consultation. We look forward to working with you to help you achieve and exceed your goals!