5 secrets to achieving your goals, according to business leaders
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETThe Harvard Business Review suggests personal or professional goals are famously hard to achieve. If the effort outweighs the perceived reward, we are tempted to give up on our targets.Also: 5 ways to escape middle management and fast-track your journey to the topSo, how can you turn that situation around and achieve your professional and personal goals? Five business leaders gave us their top tips. 1. Create manageable targets Bev White, CEO at recruiter Nash Squared, said professionals who want to set meaningful goals must know what they want to achieve. “I call this understanding your why and your purpose,” she said. “When you’re clear about those areas, think carefully about what will help you get there and set your goals.” White told ZDNET it’s vital professionals break long-term targets into manageable chunks. “Someone’s goal might be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, but there are many steps along the path to that destination: training, fitness, kit, logistics, planning, travel,” she said. “So, break your big goal down into constituent parts and work on them.” Also: How to negotiate like a pro: 4 secrets to successWhite also said that professionals must be realistic about their goals. “If it becomes apparent a goal isn’t achievable or you’ve changed your mind, don’t be afraid to change tack,” she said. “This is part of the learning and growing process.” On the other hand, if you do stick with your target, make sure you celebrate small successes along the way. “This keeps your motivation up and inspires you to keep going,” she said. “It’s also good to share your goals with a mentor or someone you know and trust because that makes the goal more real. They can encourage and share with you in celebrating your successes on your journey.” More
