Goal setting is beneficial in both the professional and personal aspects of life. Establishing a goal gives individuals a clear sense of direction. The goal-setting process aids in achieving aspirations that reside in one’s mind. Firstly, it is crucial to identify the specific goal one intends to achieve, which a strategic plan should follow. The final stage of this process is the action phase. One must reflect on one's priorities before creating a plan or selecting a goal. The Wheel of Life includes seven essential life areas and can help you choose or focus on goals. These areas encompass Financial, Family, Spiritual, Career, Social, Intellectual, and Health. Goals promote balance among these seven vital elements of life, as they are interdependent and interconnected. Additionally, goals should meet the SMART criteria: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
Upon successfully achieving goals, it is advantageous to visualise one’s success. One might consider writing goals on paper, creating a vision board, or keeping a diary or journal. Productivity apps such as TickTick, Habitify, or Todoist can be used. I prefer TickTick, which offers a more seamless experience than the Fantastical and Todoist.
Goal setting will help a college student in the following ways:
To plan and design the future.
To make the best out of the available time.
To learn more than what is in the syllabus.
To become more productive and active in life.
To have a competitive edge over others.
Several concepts for this blog post are inspired by the book ‘Ready Aim, Fire! A Practical Guide To Setting And Achieving Goals’ by Erik Fisher and Jim Woods.
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