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Andy Grant
Now is the perfect time to get clear and specific about what you want to accomplish in the coming year. Here are some excellent tips to ensure your success. Step 3: Be Committed Once you've set a clear and specific resolution, the next step is to fully commit to its execution. Commitment is the difference between a successful accomplishment vs. another goal that disintegrated before the end of the first quarter. Be clear and firm in your commitment, and do not waver! You may already know that it takes at least twenty-one days to form a new habit, so it's important to use your willpower to get you through those first few weeks (at least until momentum begins to take over). Step 4: Put It in Writing People who write down their goals and resolutions are ten times more likely to achieve them than people who don't. Do not dismiss the simplicity of this one simple step, as it can really make a difference in your level of success. Also, it's a good idea to post visual reminders in your home, your car, and your office. These frequent visual reminders can further help you to achieve your goal and maintain your resolve. Step 5: Chart Your Progress It has often been said that "whatever you measure will improve" and this is particularly true of New Year's Resolutions. When you take the time to measure your progress in a visual tool like a chart, it can really make a difference in your success. Additionally, it can show you where room for improvement is needed, and help you see how to achieve your goal more quickly. Milestones are a great way to break a larger goal into smaller, more digestible steps. Be sure to evaluate your progress regularly, and at frequent intervals for maximum results. Step 6: Get Some Support Whenever possible, find an accountability partner or someone with the same goal, and support each other throughout the process. People who commit to exercise with a partner (or group) are far more likely to stick with their exercise programs than people who choose to go it alone. A partner provides companionship, support through difficult times, and someone with whom you can celebrate your wins. Accountability is a big part of achieving New Year's Resolutions - You may find that it benefits you greatly to have another person besides yourself who will hold you accountable to your commitments (and with whom you can share "wins" and progress). Good luck with your resolutions -- wishing you every success!
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