The fear of stretch goals

Many consultants fear setting stretch goals.

They worry they’ll fail or overcommit.

Here’s how you can do it and succeed.

#1 Inspire yourself.
Ambitious targets push you. They inspire greater effort and creativity. So, don’t settle for easy wins.

Set yourself up to achieve more than you think is possible.


#2 Stretch goal.
Choose something you want to achieve. Decide how you will push the limits. Commit yourself to go further.

Now you need to JFDI!


#3 Into action.
Break stretch goals down into manageable steps. Track your progress. Celebrate each milestone reached.

Revise your plan if needed.

#4. Embrace failure.
You may not hit the mark every time. The effort is worth it though. Find out what you’re capable of.

Learn from any setbacks

#5 Improve.
Stretch goals drive growth. Challenge yourself to be better than you were yesterday. Notice how your capabilities improve.

And prepare for the surprise.

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What stretch goals have you set for yourself lately?
Let me know.