Establishing goals by identifying values and ethics
Effective goal setting gives us purpose and direction. It gives us a standard to measure performance
What is goal-setting? & why is it important
Successful people are often organised, efficient, confident and well prepared
Effective goal setting = meaningful results
Setting work/life priorities and developing strategies to achieve personal and professional objectives
It increases morale/esteem. You feel great once you have achieved a goal
Written goals formalises your dreams and your wishes. Defines direction, gives us a map. Written goal statements and action plans provides us purpose and direction.
Provides us short-term motivation and long-term vision
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Goal setting helps us measure our success. It boosts performance and helps us overcome challenges
Key behaviours for effective goal setting
Start with smaller, more manageable goals
Take on personal responsibility. Try not to blame others - you have the control
Adopt an optimistic 'can-do' attitude. Put a positive twist on your goals. E.g - "I want to master something" as opposed to "I want to improve my miserable skillset"
Perseverance!!!!
Be realistic: be honest about your skills and abilities. There will be setbacks and you should try think of strategies to overcome obstacles
Clarifying values
It is important to set goals based on your personal values
Terminal values: lifetime target. What we would like to achieve in our life
Identifying your values will help you answer - "what do I want to achieve with my life" ?
Instrumental values: the "how" - courage, honesty, compassion,
Before setting goals - clarify your values. What is most meaningful to you in life
Tangible values = material things you want to possess
Intangible - freedom, independence, happiness etc
Goal-setting strategies
Writing effective goals
Becoming senior manager (night classes, talking with boss, linkedIn). Establish SMART goals
Setting your own personal goals = more intrinsic motivation
Objectives or an action plan should accompany every goal statement. Plans should outlines strategies to achieve the goals
Look up SMART goals
Aims or targets you want to achieve: career, personal, financial and so on
Written goal statements
Develop a support network. Obtain support an commitment from people who can help you achieve your goals
Don't have too many goals. This will drain your time and energy
Strive for performance: not outcomes. Give 100%
Allow for setbacks, be honest with yourself
Visualise you goals. Use 'I am' statements. I am the owner of a new house etc . Positive self-talk will increase belief that you can achieve your goals!
Reward small achievements
Don't loose sight of the big picture