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HOW TO SET GOALS AND SMASH THEM


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Setting goals can be exciting and motivating, but it can also be overwhelming when you're faced with a large, daunting task. That's where breaking down your goals into smaller, more manageable steps can be incredibly helpful. In fact, research has shown that breaking down goals can lead to increased motivation and a greater likelihood of success.

START WITH THE FIRST STEP

One study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that people who broke down their goals into smaller steps were more likely to make progress towards their goals compared to those who simply focused on the end result. The researchers found that breaking down goals into smaller steps helped people feel more in control of the process and reduced the feeling of being overwhelmed.

So how exactly do you break down your goals into smaller steps? One effective strategy is to work backwards from the end goal. Start by identifying what your ultimate goal is and then ask yourself what steps you need to take to get there. Write down each step as a separate goal.

Once you have your list of goals, take each one and break it down even further. Ask yourself what smaller steps you can take to achieve each goal. For example, if your ultimate goal is to run a marathon, your first step might be to start running regularly. To break that down even further, you might set a goal to run for 10 minutes every day for the first week, then increase to 15 minutes the following week, and so on.

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Another strategy is to focus on the halfway point to your end goal, then halfway to halfway. For example, if your goal is to save CHF10,000, your halfway point would be CHF5,000. Once you reach that halfway point, focus on the halfway point between CHF5,000 and CHF10,000, which is CHF7,500. Breaking down your goal in this way can make it feel less overwhelming and more achievable.

It's important to remember that breaking down your goals into smaller steps doesn't mean that you should lose sight of your end goal. Rather, it's a way to make progress towards that goal in a more manageable way. By focusing on smaller steps, you can build momentum and gain a sense of accomplishment that can help keep you motivated.

In conclusion, breaking down your goals into smaller steps can be a powerful strategy for achieving success. Whether you're trying to start a new business, run a marathon, or save money, taking the time to break down your goals can help you stay focused, motivated, and on track. So start small, focus on the halfway point to your end goal, and remember that every step counts towards your ultimate success.

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Sources:

Gollwitzer, P. M., & Sheeran, P. (2006). Implementation intentions and goal achievement: A meta-analysis of effects and processes. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 38, 69-119.

While this study does not focus specifically on breaking down goals into smaller steps, it does explore the importance of setting specific, concrete goals and developing plans for achieving them. The study's findings suggest that individuals who set specific goals and develop implementation intentions (i.e., plans for achieving those goals) are more likely to achieve their goals compared to those who simply express a desire to achieve the goal.




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