“If you don’t know where you are going, any road will do” Lewis Carroll from Alice in Wonderland

January is always a time of writing resolutions and goals. Unfortunately by February 1, statistics indicate that most people have given up. Goals can be set and accomplished all year long when you make SMART goals. SMART stands for
SPECIFIC
MEASUREABLE
ACHIEVABLE
RELEVANT
TIMELY
Steps to SMART Goals:
1. SPECIFIC-learning to speak French is specific while making more money is not. If you want to know if your are designing a smart goal, ask yourself, “What do I mean by that?”
2. MEASURABLE-learning to speak French in 13 weeks is measurable, while making more money is not. Your actions must be calculable so you know when you have achieved success. Just how much money is more money-25 cents, one dollar, two million dollars?
3. ACHIEVABLE-learning to speak French in 13 weeks so that I can order food in a French restaurant is achievable, while losing 50 pounds in one week is not. Be realistic about what you can truly accomplish. Success breeds success, so set goals that are within reach with self determination. Don’t set yourself up for failure.
4. RELEVANT-learning to speak French in 13 weeks so that I can order food in a French restaurant while vacationing in France is relevant. To be relevant, the goal must really matter to you. If you don’t have a good reason for doing it, you’ll drop the goal after a few weeks of attempts.
5. TIMELY-learning to speak French by the time I leave for my vacation to France gives an end point Even if you want to have a goal forever, put an end date to a cycle, then start anew when accomplished.

Booking a coaching session with a professional is always a great way to start the New Year. You'll save money and time by creating a smart plan for your business and your life. (email cynthia@star-style.com to book Cynthia Brian as your smart coach!) Work towards your strengths, not your weaknesses. The result will be more balance, more purpose, and most of all, more happiness. Make money while making meaning. People achieve what they think they have the ability to achieve. Hard work, sacrifices and commitment deserve applause. Create SMART goals and watch your successful habits soar. Stop, relax and enjoy. You are the star of your own performance. Turn your passions into profits.

“Dreams are goals with timelines. Dream big and be smart!” Cynthia Brian
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Cynthia Brian is an acclaimed success coach. To jumpstart your New Year, set up your coaching session now by calling 925-377-7827 or visit www.star-style.com.