Goal setting isn’t just for the new year.

As the new year rolls around, it is common that people will set goals for themselves for the new year. While setting those goals for the new year, it is also common to evaluate how you measured up to the goals you set for yourself that year. However, anytime of the year can be a great time to set goals for yourself. Not only are there yearly goals, but there are also goals that can be set for years in advance as well such as three, five and ten year goals. There are a wide variety of types of goals ranging from personal goals, business goals, fitness goals, family goals, life goals etc. 

By setting goals, you are able to set yourself up for success and achievement of those leadership goals.

When you set a goal you are taking control of what you want to achieve. It is then up to you to take the steps necessary to accomplish those goals. When setting these goals, it also can be helpful to list steps that will aid in you reaching those goals. After you decide what goals you want for yourself, to hold yourself accountable, share these goals with someone. Having someone to keep you accountable keeps you on track for meeting those goals. 

When you create goals as a leader, you set yourself and your team up for success, allow for new habits, and you give yourself a focus.

When you don’t set goals, you will be less motivated to reach a place you want to be. When you have a goal though, you will have an effort that is sustained and focused because you want to accomplish something. Setting goals motivates. Create a challenge yourself. It is rewarding to be successful. When setting goals in business, the goals will start at the top and be broad. Once these goals are narrowed down and focused, the whole company has a common focus with specific goals that not only helps themselves, but the company overall. 

Setting goals is extremely important and beneficial on many levels. If you haven’t found yourself setting goals before, give it a try. Start with small goals that are very attainable. Work your way up from there. Maybe you’ll surprise yourself at all that you’re capable of accomplishing. 

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