Set Your Vision for the New Year

​With the start of a new year on the horizon, it’s a perfect time to think of ways to get a fresh start. One way is by taking a look at your goals for the year. Many people set resolutions or goals, but forget to make plans to reach them! If you want to ensure you achieve everything you envisioned for 2018 you need to get clear on what you want, put tools in place to execute and set up checkpoints to keep you accountable. Here are a few ways to ensure 2018 is a great year:

Write It Down: A goal without a plan is simply a wish! Once you get clear on the things you would like to achieve, make sure you write it down. Putting your ideas on paper makes them more tangible. Place your goals in place where you can review them often, and make sure you set goals for all the areas of your life. This can include financial, family, health and wellness, faith and more. With the review of your financial goals, don’t forget to create new budget and savings goals for the year as well.

Set A Timeline: Timelines allow us to remain accountable. Setting a timeline for your new year goals is vital to ensuring you achieve them. Make your timeline specific and attainable. Give yourself room for setbacks but don’t include too much time where you prolong achieving progress toward your goals.

Measure Progress: As the year goes on, remember to check in periodically on the progress of your goals. Determine how close you are to achieving them, what setbacks you have encountered and what changes do you need to make moving forward. Measuring your progress allows you to see clearly where you stand as it relates to the things you want to happen.

As you start 2018 don’t forget to pay yourself first and set yourself up for success by having a clear plan and tools to execute your vision!

If you’re in the Hartford, CT area make plans to join for “Phenomally Me” Vision Board event on Jan. 13, 2018! Visit our Eventbrite Listing for more details.