Motivation is the driving force, which
causes us to achieve goals
Intrinsic
Exists within the individual rather than
relying on any external pressure.
Things you do because they bring you joy
and happiness.
Extrinsic
comes
from outside of the individual, such as competition. Based on rewards, approval
and pleasing others.
here are some things that get you motivated
I. Goal Setting
It is an amazing feeling when you set goals and achieve
them. Be SMART!
- Specific
- Measurable
- Attainable
- Realistic
- Time Oriented
1. Specific
- It is hard to accomplish a goal that is not clearly defined. Make sure it answers who, what, when, why and how.
- Create a goal statement and write it down. The more detailed the goal is, the easier it will be to determine how to achieve it.
- Tell someone about your goals
Spouse,
friend, counselor, etc...
2.
Measurable
- Establish a date as to when you want to reach the goal. This ensures you are taking the steps to achieve your goals.
- When you measure your progress you stay on track and feel accomplished, which motivates you to continue to reach your goals
3.
Attainable
- Establish your responsibility in achieving your goals. Guidelines
- Break up the goals into smaller goals, so that they can be achieved. Action steps and milestones
- Determine if others can help you achieve your goals.
4. Realistic
- Are you willing to commit to each of your goals?
- Your goals are as realistic as you make them, do you have the means to achieve them?
- Make sure the goals are reachable and not impossible. Otherwise you are setting yourself up for failure.
5. Time-Oriented
- Goals need to have a deadline in order to be achieved.
- If you do not have a time frame, there is no urgency to take action in achieving your goals.
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- Describe the time frame when writing down your goals.
Examples
of SMART Goals
- Bad example of a SMART goal: “I want to have a lot of money.”
- Good example of a SMART goal: “I want to make one million within 10 years by starting an internet marketing business selling personal development products all over the world and by providing life coaching consultancy and conducting live seminars annually.”
- Bad example of a SMART goal: “I want to lose weight.”
- Good example of a SMART goal:
- “I want to lose 20 lbs by April 15th 2011. I will perform a half hour of cardio and half hour of strength training per day, 5 times a week and I will only eat starchy carbohydrates 3 times a week
Let’s do
it together! “Focus on Goals”
II. Personal Responsibility
In the end, you must take pride in what
you do, and what you do must be worthy of pride.
Personal Responsibility is nothing
other than the freedom to create our own lives.
1. Academic
Success
Attend every class session
Find out missing assignments/notes if absent
Complete assignments on time
Ask questions during class time, when appropriate
Get to know your instructors, keep open communication with
them
Make connections with your school work and your goals
Create a workable schedule
Find a study partner or group
Pay attention to ALL deadlines
Drop classes if necessary
Get help early in the semester if you are struggling through
the Learning Resource Center
2. Career
Exploration
Job shadow, volunteer, get a part time job in a field of
interest
Take career exploration courses
Talk with people in career field of interest
Visit the Career center for information
3. Address your personal issues
Take action to get the help you need
Take courses that may relate to your
personal concerns
Talk to someone, possibly a friend or a
counselor
