Not Just Another Internet Business Success Journey

Settings goals for 2008

If you are like me, you will have a million things buzzing around in your head all just waiting for the opportunity to get done. So, before setting any goals for 2008, a brain defrag is a healthy way to clear the decks for the new year.

An effective way to accomplish this is to…

1. Remove old baggage before you start planning. Old baggage could be a nagging thought about “one day” having to do deal with a minor annoyance created by one of your neighbors. It could be a big issue relating to family or finances. What ever it is, put it aside.Excess baggage is not a good thing. That is why airlines charge more to carry it. They know it costs more to carry more. Dump it from your brain. It helps to write it down. Just get it out of the way.
2. Plan your trip. Keeping with the travel metaphor, once you have off-loaded the old baggage, decide where you will be going in 2008. Write down your next way-points. What will it be like when you have arrived? Picture yourself there. Sift through the old baggage and decide if there are any items that will hinder your journey. Burn them!Find those things that will be helpful and freshen them up. Repack them by writing each one down with a date by which you can realistically accomplish it.Planning includes setting priorities. If you are driving across the country then unless fuel, food and rest stops are scheduled as a high priority, disaster awaits. Pick through your travel plans and prioritize key aspects of the journey. Always, always make time for your family and friends.
3. Monitor the GPS. There is little point going on a journey without some form of navigational assistance. Keep track of where you are, where you need to be and how you can bridge the gap. Monitor and if necessary re-write intermediate goals to keep you on track.

   It is better to slow down once in a while in order to enjoy the company of your loved ones rather than neglect them at all costs in order to get there on time. If you don’t know what I mean, try taking your family on a days outing without stopping to take in the scenery, no coffee and no strolls in the country. Everyone will get there on time and everyone will be 100% miserable.It is possible to achieve complete a journey and successfully make it to the next way-point and arrive with relationships still intact or even stronger.

Enjoy the journey, take it easy and see you in 2008.

Brendan Brewster