This document discusses strategic goal setting. It defines goals as observable and measurable end results directed towards a purpose. Research shows people with goals live longer, are healthier, experience more joy and financial success compared to those without goals. A Harvard study found 84% had no written goals, 13% had goals but not written down, and only 3% had clear written goals and plans. The document outlines the key elements of goal setting like understanding, passion, assessment and focus. It provides tips for overcoming challenges like setting SMART goals, managing time, fears, beliefs, motivation, clarity and vision. It emphasizes the importance of a positive mindset and surrounding yourself with supportive people.

1. Strategic Goal SettingDelivered by: Joyce Odidison, MA, CPC, ACCLife Coaching Centre

2. What are goals?Why do we set goals?Why do we need goals?Goals

3. The dictionary defines goal as “an observable and measurable end result, the purpose toward which an endeavor is directed; or an objective”.Definition

4. Is it true that those with goals live longer, are healthier and experience more joy?Is it true that they are more positive and experience greater interpersonal wellness?Inquiry

5. Is it true that people with goals experience more financial and life success?Is it true they may have a greater chance at being leaders and motivators of others?Inquiry

6. 84% had no specific goals at all 13% had goals but they were not committed to paper3% had clear, written goals and plans to accomplish them Harvard MBAs

7. Five Key Elements of Goal settingUnderstandingPassionAssessmentValue alignmentFocus

8. Great OpportunitiesAchievable viaLeapingSuccessfully GOALS:

9. PurposefulAttentionSuccessfullyStatedIntendedOutcome basedNotedPASSIONS

10. ExerciseWrite down your top five goals on a sheet of paperRead through goal number one Repeat this with your eyes closed and your right hand on your heartDo the same thing for each of your goalsDo any of your goals resonate with your heart?Was there a quickening of your pulse and a tingling of excitement?Was there a tightening of your chest and a sense of dread?

11. SpecificMeasurableAchievableRealisticTime sensitiveSMART GOALS

12. Time - No time to write things downFears - False Evidence Appearing RealFalse beliefs - negative self-talkLack of Motivation - lack of excitement and passionClarity - ambiguity, unclear, no confidenceLack of Vision - unable to reflect or visualizeIllness - depression, anxiety or other illnessesCrisis - accident, loss of loved one, loss of workGoal Setting Challenges

13. I should not have lost my jobWhy me, why did I have to get sick?Why is he or she picking on me?I don’t think I can do that orIf only …..Negative Thoughts

14. Assess who you are hanging around - even if they are familyClean house - clear out the dust bunniesChange old habits - Begin a new routine or hobbyMake new friendsSeek out positive, motivating people in your life if you cannot afford a coachChallenge your thoughts with inquiry, ask the question – is it true?Take actionReview Your Strategy

15. I wish you much success in your goal setting processSuccess

16. What thoughts or questions do you have about our topic?Questions