{"id":119074,"date":"2019-11-15T12:00:33","date_gmt":"2019-11-15T19:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/?p=119074"},"modified":"2023-08-11T13:51:22","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T19:51:22","slug":"goal-setting-to-achieve-your-dreams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/goal-setting-to-achieve-your-dreams","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Goals and Achieve Your Dreams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n      <iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"200\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm\/?e=BIGPOC7871967962\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe>\r\n  \n\n\n\n<p>When did we stop growing like we used to when we were kids? Remember being young and absorbing knowledge like a sponge? Growing both mentally and physically like anything is possible\u2014believing the future was limitless.<\/p>\n<p>This growth doesn\u2019t have to stop. Our future <em>can<\/em> still be limitless.<\/p>\n<p>The truth is: we all limit ourselves by our own imagination to some extent. Luckily, there\u2019s a way to break this bad habit!<\/p>\n<p>By setting goals and focusing on them day after day, you\u2019d be surprised how much you can progress year after year.<\/p>\n<p>Here is how to set proper goals in order to achieve your dreams.<\/p>\n<h2>Defining End Goals<\/h2>\n<p>What\u2019s your end goal?<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not referring to the weekly to-do list. It\u2019s hard to be inspired and motivated by a to-do list, so you need to set long-term goals for yourself.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/set-achievable-real-estate-goals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3 Simple Steps to Set Achievable (Yet Ambitious!) Real Estate Goals<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You should have many goals; don\u2019t limit yourself. Set five-year, 10-year, and 20-year goals. It can be anything related to real estate, health, career, relationships, and more.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-73314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/mid-year-goals.jpg\" alt=\"mid-year-goals\" width=\"702\" height=\"336\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/mid-year-goals.jpg 702w, https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/mid-year-goals-300x144.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Visualizing the Result<\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve set your long-term or end goals, visualize them. Imagine and picture how your life looks once these goals are achieved. It could be a beautiful house, a happy family, or your physical wellness. Hopefully you get a sensational feeling that gets you excited and pumped up.<\/p>\n<p>Do this daily and make it a habit. It could be during a casual stroll, shower, or meditation.<\/p>\n<p>The point is to constantly think about your goal. A lot of people write down their goals once and forget about them. Avoid this.<\/p>\n<p>Reevaluate your goals a couple times a year. Maybe you discovered a new passion or goal, so put it on the list!<\/p>\n<h2>Surrounding Yourself With Physical Cues<\/h2>\n<p>Once you have set and visualized your end goals, it\u2019s time to set physical cues as a reminder. This is a way to emphasize what I mentioned earlier: You want to be constantly thinking about your goals!<\/p>\n<p>Writing your goals on sticky notes and putting them up on your bedroom walls is a great start. Even if you don\u2019t read them every day, you\u2019ll still be thinking about them subconsciously. This is far more effective than writing down your goals in a notebook that\u2019s hidden away.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-109657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/goal.jpg\" alt=\"silhouette of man wearing backpack climbing uphill in sunshine\" width=\"702\" height=\"336\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/goal.jpg 702w, https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/goal-300x144.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Surround yourself with pictures and reminders of things, people, or quotes that inspire you. For example, I\u2019m a big fan of Dwayne Johnson and his work ethic, so I hang a poster of Dwayne with one of his motivational quotes on my wall. I also have a picture of the Hudson Yard development project, which is also a great inspiration for me.<\/p>\n<h2>Holding Yourself Accountable<\/h2>\n<p>After setting up your long-term goals and physical cues, it\u2019s time to take action by keeping yourself accountable. This is when you convert your aspirations and goals to actionable items, such as the weekly to-do list.<\/p>\n<p>Again, I\u2019d suggest using physical cues for your to-do list, as well. Hang a small whiteboard on your wall, and write down actionable items that you need to accomplish in order to reach those goals.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/work-hard-get-ahead\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">If Your Goal Is to Not Work Hard in Life, You\u2019re Doing It Wrong<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>For example, it could be publishing a blog post, underwriting 10 deals, connecting with 10 more investors, etc.\u2014anything that you wish to accomplish in the next week. These are mini-steps that will take you where you want to be. You\u2019ll be amazed how much you\u2019ve accomplished in a year if you just stick to this routine day after day.<\/p>\n<p>Another way to hold yourself accountable is by broadcasting your dreams and goals. Posting on social media and talking to your friends about them are both great ways to force yourself be accountable. You\u2019ll also inevitably establish a strong personal brand.<\/p>\n<p>I hope this article helps you to reach your goals. I\u2019m truly excited for your journey!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/BiggerPockets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-114268\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6.jpg\" alt=\"ad-youtube-channel\" width=\"706\" height=\"125\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6.jpg 706w, https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6-300x53.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.biggerpockets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6-702x125.jpg 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Do you have other great strategies for goal-setting?<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Comment below with your top goal(s), how you plan on achieving it (or them), and what other strategies you will use to get there.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our mental and spiritual growth is limitless. By setting the right goals and keeping yourself accountable day after day, you can achieve amazing results in no time. 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