There is no such thing as instant transformation or overnight success. A long-term goal is something you want to accomplish in the future and it requires planning and consistency. When we set long-term goals it’s easy to overlook the time and effort it takes to get there. Most of us are familiar with S.M.A.R.T. goals, which are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound. Let’s take a look at S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goals, specifically the “E.R.”
The “E” stands for evaluate. The sixth step in goal setting is to make sure your goals are evaluated often. Long-term goals, that may take 6-12+ months to achieve, can easily be ignored if we don’t assess them frequently. Make sure you set up a system for evaluating your goals. One way to do this is to write your goals down, read them daily, and give yourself check points. At the end of each day, week, or month, take a look at the progress you’ve made towards your long-term goals.
The “R” stands for readjust. If you find that your progress is stalled, you’ve had a set-back, or your method for achieving your goal isn’t working, make sure you modify your approach. Don’t keep trying the same thing over and over again expecting a different result. If it’s not working for you, readjust. One way to do this is to ask for help. Reach out to your support system and coaches and ask for help changing your method. Your Coaches at Worthy are always ready and willing to meet with you to talk, and create a plan, for your goals. You do not need to do this on your own!
Set BIG goals, but focus on making progress and don’t worry too much about the amount of time it might take to get there. Remember to evaluate your goals often and readjust your approach if something isn’t working.
By: Conner Edelbrock
