7 Ways To Reach Your Goals and Hold Yourself Accountable

When was the last time you challenged yourself by working toward a difficult goal? Did you accomplish it? Many people struggle to set up effective strategies, systems, and support. Use these 7 techniques, hold yourself accountable, and accomplish your dreams. 

SET YOUR GOAL. MAKE IT SPECIFIC. CREATE CONCRETE ACTION ITEMS. 

What specific action steps will lead you to your goals.  Break down each milestone into small tasks. Assign a due date to each action step and schedule each item in your calendar now. 

IDENTIFY YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM. 

What types of support do you need to accomplish this goal? Write the names of your support people and how you’d like them to hold you accountable. 

SCHEDULE YOUR TIME.

When will you work on this gaol? Mark the days and times in your calendar. Consider when you do your best work. Are you more productive in the mornings, the afternoons, or evenings? 

CHECKIN-IN ON TIME MANAGEMENT AND CONSISTENCY. 

Set up monthly call with your coach or accountability partner, or block out 30 minute with yourself to evaluate your progress. Adjust if needed. Schedule check-ins in your calendar now. 

RECHARGE AND REVITALIZE. 

What will keep you going as you work toward your goal? A massage? A long walk? Describe how you will recharge and revitalize yourself?

ENHANCE YOUR ENVIRONMENT.  

What environment do you work best in? Does it need to be organized and free of clutter? Do you need inspirational words and pictures around you? Enhance your work space. Create an environment that will fuel your best work and propel you toward your goals.