SUCCESS: The achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted, usually attributed to hard work.
My success as a professional meeting and event planner is linked to many things; my client’s satisfaction with the outcome of their program and that of the participants, the relationships that are built along the way, the work that I enjoy and value, and of great importance is my own sense of achievement in producing an event that exceeded expectations.
Over the years it has become important to reevaluate and clearly define my own values. This has helped me to better understand and appreciate what I want to achieve in life and learn what it takes to live a life of satisfaction and contentment. Success for me is a continual process which is achieved on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Contrary to what many might think it can be attained without wealth, position, honor, fame or the like. You must set goals and you must achieve them. Your goals should be aligned with your core values.
“Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of values”
Albert Einstein
Now that we are in the New Year 2015 some start off with a fresh new approach. To accomplish their goals many make resolutions others promises. But whatever your approach it is easier when you focus on what you value. It makes the achievement much more meaningful.
Try these SIX key steps to accomplish your goals:
- Deeply desire the goal
- Visualize having achieved the goal
- Create a plan
- Write down your goals
- Establish your own personal timeline
- Review your overall progress on a regular basis
Remember Success is not Just a Notion!
By: Rosa L. McArthur