C.S. Lewis quote: "You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending."

Example: "Pay off debt by December 31st, buy one $100 item as a reward"

Provide rewards for milestones

Monthly evaluations & weekly reviews recommended

Regular evaluation is critical

Example: "I will write a 50,000 word novel by December 31st"

Set deadlines to create urgency

Example: "I will decrease my percent body fat by 10%"

Create achievable goals, especially for beginners

Goals should fit into current life situation

Example: "I will read 24 books"

Clear actions, use verbs

Example: "I will complete a 50,000 word novel"

Trackable details

Example: "I will weigh 200 lbs"

More specific = Easier to track progress

Leads to failed goals

Vague, general ideas without action plans

Problems: Poor goal creation & fear

YES!

Lack of follow-through

Negative feelings from unmet goals

Provide momentum to overcome adversity

Goals are crucial for realizing dreams

Writing down goals increases likelihood of accomplishment

People without goals are less successful

Helps achieve more

Shows accomplishments

Goals can change your story and help you chase dreams

Overcoming past failures

Relevant (or Relatable)

10-year personal example

Should we set goals?

Recent trend against setting goals

Personal experiences over 10 years

Statistics on goal setting

Tracking progress through milestones

Conclusion

Introducing the SMARTER System

Common Issues with Goal Setting

Current Debate on Goal Setting

Importance of Setting Goals

Lecture on Goal Setting for Dream Chasing