Are you finding it hard to stay focused on all those goals you set at the beginning of the year?
If you've identified how you'd like this year to look (your vision) and how you can get there and make it happen (your goals and tasks) but you are finding it difficult to stay focused on them with everything else you have going on, here's a quick tip:
Try summing up your 2010 vision in just 3 words. It's powerful and much more enduring.
Let's say in 2010 the vision you have for your career is "To be among those executives that have a strong network."
Now, choose 3 words to capture this vision. Perhaps: "Year Of Connection." That's all. Sounds simple, doesn't it? Yet it can be so powerful because you can REMEMBER 3 words! And that's half of the battle.
If you want to make it even more memorable, use alliteration, like "Create Career Connections."
For the rest of the year, simply keep your chosen 3 words in front of you at work and/or in your home office and you will be constantly reminded to choose activities that support this goal.
It's a great decision-making tool too. When choosing to spend your time one way or another - say take 10 minutes to recommend a work associate on Linkedin or browse the 'net for interesting sites - if you glance at your 3 words, you'll more likely choose the first activity, and therefore get closer to attaining your goal.
So, what are your 3 words?
