Motivation – The Importance of Momentum
Thursday
Feb 10, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
When attempting to get motivated half of the battle is won by just getting started. A big part of the other half is won by the act of keeping on keeping on.
If you have a strong desire for what it is that you want then just start where you are and go after it. Start doing the necessary work. Start hitting your goals on a consistent basis. Doing so will establish momentum.
Success Becomes Easier
Once you have momentum you will get into a rhythm with the task that you are doing and then doing the act of doing the work will become simpler and easier to perform.
Goal Achievement – 4 Shortcuts to Setting and Hitting Your Goals
Sunday
Feb 6, 2011
by Anthony D Carter
Think on Paper -Write it out. As you brainstorm ideas for your goal write them down. It is easy to forget a brilliant idea if you don’t record it at the moment that you conceive it. Put all of your ideas down where you can see them. Decide what your goal will be and map out your plan. Also plan for the obstacles that you can anticipate seeing along the way. By writing your thoughts down you save time and effort down the road. When you are faced with challenges that you have already anticipated and solved you are able to be more efficient in the pursuit of your goal.
by Anthony D Carter
Using motivational quotes as a way of staying inspired is a common practice among high achievers. You can get an added boost of excitement and confidence when you read or repeat a saying from a famous person. Here are 5 ways to use motivation quotes to gain and sustain motivation.
1. Read- Read inspiring books. Read biographies and personal development self-help books. When you do so you will find inspiring quotes that you can lift out of them and use. Once you have these quotes you can read them any time that you like. A good quote that you borrow from a book can push you do what it takes to get what you want. Let’s say that a person has been putting off setting goals and yet they are discouraged with their current situation.
To Succeed Pick a Target
Sunday
Jan 30, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
Your success in life is determined by the vision that you choose to follow in life. How do you see yourself? Do you see yourself stuck in a hopeless situation that is destined to never change? Or do you see yourself succeeding at being the best at what you aspire to do?
In order to stay fired up and motivated you need to pick a target and commit to hitting it no matter what comes against you. You will face setbacks and dissappointments along the way. You will even fail from time to time. But not matter what happens to you it is the picture that you hold in your mind that will contribute most to your failure or success.
Goal Achievement Via The Short, Medium and Long-Term Goal Setting Approach
Saturday
Jan 29, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
Goal achievement seems elusive to many. Setting the goal is the beginning. Working towards hitting the goal is the middle. And the actual achievement is the end. Each of the steps are filled with potential stumbling blocks. Here is a way to achieve your goals and eliminate many of the common setbacks which stop you from hitting your goals.
Break your goals up into long term, medium and short term.
Inspiration – The Key to Succeeding
Wednesday
Jan 26, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
Do you feel down when you get out of bed? Have you lost your passion and drive for succeeding and realizing your dreams? Have you experienced unexpected setbacks? Are your motivation levels low? Have you lost that zeal that you once had as you went after your goals with passion and enthusiasm?
If you are feeling low or frustrated because your goals are not being realized as quickly as you planned, I’ve got some encouraging news for you. Here is a quote from a Hall of Fame member and the greatest basketball player that I have ever seen.
Hit Your Goals With Steady Progress
Saturday
Jan 15, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
When going after your goal set realistic expectations. This will protect you from unnecessary disappointments. So often we unintentionally sabotage ourselves because we set the bar so high. A goal should be believable and measurable.
Break it Down
As you map out your plan you should be able to break it down into baby steps or bite sized-parts. Once you have it broken down then you set out working from peak to peak at a quick pace. Speed matters but consistency is more important than speed.
3 Reasons Why It’s Important to Write Down Your Goals
Friday
Jan 14, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
Goals are powerful tools that you can use in order to realize your dreams. The act of setting goals is good but you can increase the effectiveness by writing your goals down. Here are reasons why it is important to write your goals down.
1-Eliminate Distractions. Written goals help you to stay focused on what you are trying to accomplish. You will succeed to the degree that you can stay on track towards achieving your goals. A written goal is like a road sign which guides you and keeps you on track. When you look at your written goal you can quickly assess your progress. You can determine if you are moving in the right direction or if you need to readjust.
To Succeed Believe In You
Saturday
Jan 8, 2011
By Anthony D Carter
Success is determined by what you believe about you and not what others think of you. Listen to that voice within you that is prompting you to step out. You may be scared but step out anyway.
You have got to trust the fact that you do have what it takes to make your dream come true. Feel like you don’t know enough? Find someone who has succeeded at what you want to do. Most of what you need to know can be learned in the act of pursuing your goal. You just have to start first.
If You Want To Be A Success You Need To Avoid These Bad Habits-Part 2
Wednesday
Dec 29, 2010
By Anthony D Carter
To Be a Success Part two continued from yesterday.
Negative Attitude
One common trait that all losers share is pessimism. Even when the opportunity to become successful is standing right there before them, a loser somehow always finds a way to continue to lose. These pessimistic attitudes are almost always the result of a fear. Always seeing these situations in the negative will in most cases yield negative results as well. For example, if you wake up in a negative mood your entire day will feel negative, so by focusing on the little things that don’t really mean anything, you will miss out on all the focus you should be giving to achieving your goals.
