Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Where has the time gone?

WOW...I can't believe that the month of January is almost over already. Where did the time go? Have you made your resolutions for this year? If you haven't, then you might want to get a move on. You know being aware of changes you need to make in your life is the first step to actually changing. The second step is devising a plan to make it happen. Start with defining your values, what is truly important to you in your life. Then using the SMART acronym, create your goals by being sure they have each of the following component:

Specifics
Measurable Outcomes
Action Steps
Realistic Expectations
Time Line for Completion

Then get started. The part that creates the most failure in people's plans is the action phase. All too often, a brilliant plan is devised but action is never taken, leaving the plan to die on the vine. Don't forget to take action. Without it, your goals are just an empty thought.

So what are you waiting for...time is going by, get moving?