Motivate yourself and others to achieve your goals

 mo·ti·va·tion (noun ): ◦ the act or process of giving someone a reason for doing something: ◦ the condition of being eager to act or work: ◦ a force or influence that causes someone to do something

 The Future ◦ 75% of Venturers Worry about*:  Grades  Money/ Getting a Job  Life Hassles ◦ Friends ◦ Family ◦ Unexpected events *according to a BSA survey that took place in 2009

 We don’t like Uncertainty ◦ Causes Unease/ Anxiety ◦ Set Expectations  May Inhibit Motivation ◦ Avoid Vagueness ◦ Try to reduce it ◦ Be flexible

 Upper: People who communicate positively about us and our worth  Downer: People who communicate negatively about us and our worth  Vulture: Extreme Downers: Constant Criticism: Exploit Weak Spots ◦ Lesson: Keep Uppers, Avoid Downers/ Vultures

 Increase Chance of Success  Keeps you moving  New solutions  Individual Growth

 Stop Thinking Fear! ◦ Lack of Motivation ◦ Loss of Energy ◦ Depression sets in  STAY OPTIMISTIC!  Define Your Goals ◦ Smart Goals:  Track Progress  Can Check off Achievements  Reward yourself

 ONE STEP AT A TIME ◦ Focus = Manageability ◦ Big Tasks = Overwhelming  Have Fun ◦ Relate to Hobbies ◦ Take Breaks ◦ Do something you love

 Do Research ◦ Understand Task ◦ Find Resources ◦ Envision Success ◦ Plan your work, Work your plan  Reward Yourself ◦ When you finish goal ◦ Celebrate! ◦ Do Research

 YOURSELF  Your VP’s/ Fellow officers  Friends  Family  Other Groups

 “In fact, most people spend more time planning a one-week vacation than they spend planning their life.” – Michael Hyatt  SMART Goals ◦ Specific ◦ Measurable ◦ Attainable ◦ Realistic ◦ Timely

 “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Zagler

 Spend time alone every day  A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life  Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it  Follow the three R’s ◦ Respect yourself ◦ Respect others ◦ Responsibility for all your actions

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