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I am sure you are aware of how to set strong goals. You’ve probably learned to make SMART goals, if you come from the corporate world. Each year you probably go through some sort of goal setting activity and ensure your goals comply with the following 5 “SMART” characteristics:
S – specific
M – measurable
A – attainable
R – realistic
T – time bound
What they don’t teach you, is how to make sure you are considering the known and unknown that might get in your way of attaining these goals. So, how do you plan for the downside? Take a look at the top 3 questions I ask when setting my goals!
Consider these questions with your end goal in mind:
- What stops you from having what you want now?
- Who else might be impacted if you achieve this goal?
- What, if any, are the possible downfalls of achieving this goal?
As you set your goals either to leave the corporate world or as you are starting your new business, take time to really think through and answer these questions for yourself. This additional step will help you redefine your goal or build contingency plans for those possible pitfalls that may come your way and thus save you time, energy and money!
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