1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5ua37bbGxM GOAL SETTING

2. 1. What is MY goal?  Is my goal something I want to accomplish?  Is my goal specific enough to measure progress?

3. Write down three reasons why I want to accomplish this goal or how achieving the goal will improve or enhance your life. 2. WHAT IS MY MOTIVATION?  Why do I want to achieve or accomplish my goal?  How will I benefit from accomplishing my goal? REWARDS

4. 3. How will I reach my goal – how will I do it? Come up with at least 3 steps that you can take to achieve your goal. What steps do I need to take? Are the steps specific and measurable?

5. Write down three things that you know could trip you up, slow you down, or distract you from reaching your goal. 4. WHAT CAN TRIP ME UP?

6.  Write down the names of at least 3 people who could help you accomplish your goal.  By each name explain how you would like each person to help you specifically. 5. WHO CAN HELP ME AND HOW? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDFXc3KYR1U

7.  Figure out a starting date.  When would you like to have your goal accomplished?  What are at least 2 benchmark dates – what progress should you have made by what date? 6. WHEN WILL I START?

8. What are 3 things that I could say to myself or do for myself that would help me get past the difficult times when I feel like quitting or giving up? 7. WHAT IF I FEEL LIKE QUITTING – SURRENDERING TO THE PRESSURE? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBtciQzIl2g Look to others for inspiration if need be

9. COMMIT TO BEING SUCCESSFUL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7imRSZh--t4