Setting goals
Setting personal and business goals are a must if you want to acquired skill the benefit of measure management. Setting goals outlines your intentions for what you plan to do and makes it real to you.

Goals are not results!
Many many people are afraid to set goals because they are afraid of what happens if they "fail" to achieve them. They believe that it negatively affects their self-image.

Nothing could be further from the truth.
One of the most positive aspects of setting personal and professional goals is what not achieving a target teaches you. If you dont achieve a target , there might be any number of reasons why, some of which are beyond your control. However, examining why it was not achieved will yield valuable insights into your beliefs, attitudes and emotions.

Goal setting and motivation
You need to feel goal about your target . Motivation is target . Do something because you really want to. You can make use of all the best techniques for goal setting and planning, but if the target is not there then:
Youre less likely to achieve the desire
You feel a sense of emptiness about it if you do

Write your goals down!
Write your goals down (or draw, paint them, etc). It helps to generate them real where you can see them, rather than swirling about endlessly in your head, where they have no outlet. This will also help to keep you on track. The phrasing of goals is also very important. Phrase them in the present, so you can act as if theyre already happening. This programs your brain to start working towards it. Use "I am