Once you have a vision and values-based S.M.A.R.T goals, it’s time to put a plan together for achieving them. This plan MUST be a written (or typed) document. Here are 10 easy steps for completing the plan:
1. Select a format for recording your plan. I have a couple different formats I’ll make available on the Resources page of my website.
2. Stephen Covey tells us to “begin with the end in mind” meaning start with where you want to end and work your way backwards recording all the necessary tasks.
3. Organize the tasks into either phases or logical sections. This helps break down the goal into smaller parts that feel more attainable.
4. Once subdivided, prioritize the tasks in each section and identify any dependencies between tasks.
5. Calculate the amount of time needed to complete each task and phase. If these calculations don’t match the completion date of the goal you will either need to alter the end date of your goal, or commit more time and resources to getting the tasks done sooner.
6. Assign due dates to each task.
7. Set aside time in your calendar each day/week to actually work on completing the tasks you identified in your plan. Too often when working with clients I find they do the planning and write it down but neglect to set time aside in their calendar to actually do the work. Make an appointment with yourself and stick to it.
8. Take time each week to review your progress and check off completed tasks in your plan. It’s very gratifying.
9. Notice what is and isn’t working with your plan and make any needed modifications and updates.
10. Each month, review your Vision, Goals and Plan to refocus on the big picture and celebrate your successes. This will keep the momentum flowing.
10 Steps to Mapping Out Your Plan - To learn more about this author, visit Victoria Cook's Website.
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Victoria Cook
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Victoria is a professionally trained and
certified Business and Personal Coach. She
helps ambitious working parents grow their
business and live Guilt-Free using her
4-step process for reclaiming time and
energy and accomplishing what really
matters. After working with her, clients
feel they have greater balance in their
life, excel in their business and, most
importantly, have more time for themselves
and their families.
An 18-year veteran of corporate America,
Victoria brings her expertise from the
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and coaching. Victoria’s results-oriented
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