This may sound like cliché but it is important. Planning involves some pain because it forces you to ‘think’ and thinking can be the most difficult thing to do. Planning begins with having goals. Do you have goals?
Goal setting can be adventurous. It’s time to think big and dream big. On the other hand, think small too because it may take several little things or steps before you can tackle the big one. Ask yourself the following questions.
1. I want to travel round the world before age 50. How much will it cost?
2. Can I afford to invest in a private apartment after buying my first one?
3. I want to retire at age 55, is that possible?
4. If I quit my job and start a private practice, will I be working day and night?
Write down your goals and be positive. Use words like ‘I can’, ‘I will’ rather than ‘I will not’ and ‘I cannot’ etc.
Unless you set a deadline you won’t accomplish your goal. The other thing is to stay absolutely focused. When you stick on this course, you’ll see the ‘light at the end of the tunnel’. Feeling good about your goals will contribute to your success. And don’t forget to celebrate when you have achieved a certain milestone in your journey.
