subject: The Importance of Goals in a Down Economy [print this page] The Importance of Goals in a Down Economy
Every time we turn on the television or the radio, we are inundated with gloom and doom about the economy. I, personally, have found it a struggle not to get caught up in all the hype. Unfortunately, I have seen the effects of the economy in my own life, but, we just cannot keep letting this get us down. One way to help defend ourselves against this constant bombardment is to focus on the future instead of the past. Someone once said "If you are driving a car and all you do is look in the rear view mirror, eventually you are going to crash." When put that way, it really makes a lot of sense. All of America, and even the world, is so focused on what they have lost, they keep forgetting there is a very bright future there for all of us to enjoy. There is so much we can do, we just have to let go of the past and focus on the future.
How do you do this? Set your financial goals. Make sure you write them all down and create them based on your own core personal values.
Some things you will want to keep in mind when you are setting those goals:
Attainable. Make sure they are within reach. It's okay to reach for the stars, but create baby steps first.
Measurable. This way you know when you have achieved it. You want to make sure you get that sense of accomplishment when you are done.
Realistic. Don't set yourself up for failure. You will know in your heart what is realistic for you and your family. Follow your heart.
Specific. State exactly what you want, how you are going to do it and when you want to achieve it by. You want it to be crystal clear!
Trackable. Use hard numbers, this way you can see your progressand celebrate when you achieve your goal. Take time to bask in the lime light. You deserve it!
The best part is you can do this for yourself, with your significant other, or as a family. Let's get our eyes on the road ahead instead of the rear view mirror.
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