3 words to stay motivated

#MotivationMonday

It’s easy to get overwhelmed and confused when beginning any new goal.

If you’re like me your brain starts firing off ideas and the space fills quickly until its clogged. And I know this for a fact:

A confused mind can not make a decision.

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Where does that leave you? Right back where you started.

I’ve found three words that lead me in the right direction with any project, large or small: Simple. Actionable. Measurable.

1. Simple

If weight loss is your thing, then a simple goal might be to lose 2 pounds this month. Starting a new business idea? Write a to-do list for one aspect of the business: perhaps it’s securing a location. What are all the to-dos for that one task? Point is to START. If you overload yourself at the start it’s easy to get defeated before you’re ever out of the gate. You can tackle the details and increase the load as you finish the first task. Don’t go crazy and make a complicated plan.

2. Actionable

Is the thing you need to do to get started actionable? Can it be done by you or someone else? In a reasonable amount of time? The answer must be “yes” in order to continue being motivated. Finish the first simple task and move on.

3. Measurable

If you can’t measure it don’t do it. You need to see visible proof of your progress to stay motivated.

I’ve used these three steps to start blogs and design websites, write 115 page screenplays, even remodel a kitchen. I need a simple plan and workable process where small victories keep me motivated to the finish line.

Three words — Simple. Actionable. Measurable– keep you motivated and get the job done.

BE F-G AWESOME TODAY!

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Original graphic and quote: Stephanie DelTorchio