{"id":52603,"date":"2023-08-21T02:49:22","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T07:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michaelhyatt.com\/?p=52603"},"modified":"2023-08-16T14:18:26","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T19:18:26","slug":"4-ways-to-make-daily-progress-on-your-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fullfocus.co\/4-ways-to-make-daily-progress-on-your-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways to Make Daily Progress on Your Goals"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most people think intensity is the key to accomplishing huge goals, but Jerry Seinfeld would disagree. When this stand-up comic, co-creator of Seinfeld, and actor worth $950 million considers the reason for his success, he credits one word: consistency.<\/p>\n

Early on in his career, Jerry started writing at least one joke per day. He hung a giant calendar on the wall, and every time he finished his daily joke, he drew a big red X over the day. Over time, the string of Xs formed a long chain. Jerry says the draw of money and fame didn\u2019t motivate him. The real motivator was to not break the chain.<\/p>\n

This daily joke routine is a perfect example of a habit goal. Habit goals keep you focused on small tasks that can be completed each day. Consistent victories keep the momentum going. A more popular goal is an achievement goal. These are big hairy goals that end up paralyzing you instead of pushing you. They require intensity. As a seasoned achievement goal setter, trust me when I say it\u2019s not worth it. It\u2019s the little steps that make a big impact.<\/p>\n

If you want to make progress, you\u2019ll need to trade intensity for consistency. Follow these 4 steps to get moving on your goals today.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Get Clear on Your Goal<\/h2>\n

You can\u2019t accomplish a goal until you\u2019ve defined it. Vision always comes first. Whether you\u2019re working toward a habit goal or an achievement goal, get clarity about the end result you want.<\/p>\n

Get specific about your goal<\/a>. And write it down. Thoughts disentangle themselves as they pass over the lips and through pencil tips. Until you can write down a clear goal, you don\u2019t really know what you want.<\/p>\n

Writing down the goal is especially important when a team is involved. You may feel clarity in your brain, but you can\u2019t create alignment until it\u2019s on paper. This first step is critical to success.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Identify the Right Behavior<\/h2>\n

Next, determine what behavior will enable you to achieve your goal. Don\u2019t make this behavior too difficult. When practiced over and over again, it should get you incrementally closer to major change. For example, if you want to start a yoga practice, choose a behavior that is so easy, there\u2019s almost no way you won\u2019t do it. For example, do a warrior pose every morning. Once that is a habit, you can add on to it.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s it. Every day, focus on a simple step. It will feel super easy. It won\u2019t feel like an insurmountable goal. It\u2019s about lifestyle change. Consistently follow the right behavior.<\/p>\n

Step 3: Track Your Progress<\/h2>\n

Tracking progress accomplishes two objectives:<\/p>\n

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  1. It reinforces the habit through self-accountability.<\/li>\n
  2. It boosts motivation by showing you visual progress.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Like Jerry Seinfeld\u2019s compulsion to keep the chain going, recording your progress will keep you motivated. Seeing the string of success will generate more momentum for the days to come.<\/p>\n

    The StreakTracker in the Full Focus Planner<\/a> is a great way to visually track your progress.<\/p>\n

    Step 4: Enlist an Accountability Partner<\/h2>\n

    Building a relationship with an accountability partner might be the most impactful step you can take.<\/p>\n

    Once you decide to enlist an accountability partner, it\u2019s critically important to choose the right person. Your accountability partner must be encouraging. It might be a friend or coworker. It could also be a professional counselor, coach, or trainer.<\/p>\n

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    Progress is within reach for you, but you might need to restructure the way you think about goals. When you lean into habit goals instead of achievement goals, you\u2019ll get moving in no time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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