The Goals That Never Happen
How many incomplete goals do you currently have on your agenda? If you’re anything like the vast majority of us, then chances are that you have hundreds of projects that you started and never completed, countless goals that you told your friends but never saw through and all kinds of dreams that seem to be getting less and less likely to come to fruition.
And it’s for this reason, that you may find people roll their eyes when you tell them your ‘next big project’. When you start a new training program to lose weight and everyone – including you – knows that you’re likely to have lost interest by month two.
Or when you talk about the app you intend to make, the website, or the business project.
Or when you talk about that dream trip to Japan…
This is the way of things for many of us. We work incredibly hard at things we don’t feel passionately about just to put food on the table but when it comes to fulfilling our dreams, we are remarkably ineffective.
It’s time to change all that and to start making those goals happen. But how can you turn it all around?
How We’re Going to Fix Your Goal Setting and Help You to Start Living the Life of Your Dreams
Accomplishing goals is about strategy, it is about making a cognitive shift to change the way you’re thinking and it’s about being smart about how you approach each goal. It’s also about knowing how to choose your goals and even how to phrase them.
This book is going to show you how to make those changes then. You’ll learn how to choose and write goals effectively, how to write effective action plans and how to make sure you stick with your goals and never give up.
But this book is going to be a little different than most goal-setting tomes, too. After we’ve given you the broad tools you need to start setting and accomplishing your goals, we’re then going to take a look at how you can begin to put them into practice.
Because while a goal can be pretty much anything, for many of us they are going to fall into one of a few different categories. Most of us have goals for our relationships, goals for our fitness, goals for our careers and goals for travel. We’re going to provide not only the abstract strategies you need to start making effective goals then, but also the step-to-step processes that will let you apply these strategies in each of these areas. By the end of this book, you’ll be adept at setting and accomplishing any goal. And at the same time, you’ll have powerful strategies for improving your relationships, your fitness, your career and more.
Ready to change your life?
Table of Contents (with page numbers)
Introduction: The Goals That Never Happen ………………………………….. 3
How We’re Going to Fix Your Goal Setting and Help You to Start Living the Life of Your Dreams …. 4
Chapter 1:The Most Powerful Skill You Can Learn: Goal Setting ………………. 5
The Problem With Your Current Goals …………………… 5
What Good Goals Look Like ……………………………….. 6
How to Formulate Your Goals ………………………… 6
Chapter 2: The Formula – How to Structure Goals and Make Your Plan ………………… 8
Step 1: Visualization ……………………… 8
Step 2: Assess Your Situation Honestly and Thoroughly ………………… 10
Step 3: Formulate a Plan …………………… 10
Step 4: Phrase Your Goals in Small Steps …………….. 11
Chapter 3: Letting Go of Fear ……………………. 13
Fear Setting ………………… 15
Chapter 4: How to Make Your Fitness Goals Happen ……….. 19
How to Set and Stick to Realistic Goals ………….. 20
Fitting it In ……… 20
Enjoy It ……… 20
Play to Your Strengths……….. 20
Take it Slow …………. 21
Chapter 5: How to Make Your Career Goals Happen………. 22
Knowing What You Want ……………. 22
Creating a Fool Proof Strategy …………. 23
The Path of Least Resistance ………… 25
The Fail Fast Model …………….. 25
Chapter 6: How to Make Your Relationship Goals Happen ………… 27
Taking Stock ………….. 27
Creating a Plan for Dating …………. 28
Knowing What You Want …………… 29
Chapter 7: How to Make Your Travel Goals Happen ………….. 30
Alternative Travel Strategies ………….. 30
Conclusions ……….. 32
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Book Reviews
Review 1
Reviewer: Dr. Anya Sharma
Biography: Dr. Anya Sharma is a clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational coaching. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, and is the author of “The Mindful Path to Achievement.” Dr. Sharma is known for her practical approach to mental wellness and goal attainment, often bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application.
Review: “How to Stop Making Excuses and Achieve Your Goals” is a concise and actionable guide, providing a refreshingly practical approach to goal setting. The book’s strength lies in its methodical structure. Beginning with an examination of why goals often falter, it moves seamlessly into a structured framework for effective planning using the “Formula” as described in Chapter 2. The emphasis on visualization, honest self-assessment, and the breakdown of goals into smaller, manageable steps is particularly valuable. I especially appreciated the “Fear Setting” concept, which encourages a realistic yet positive mindset by confronting potential obstacles.
While the book touches on fitness, career, and relationship goals in dedicated chapters, the core principles of the “Formula” remains consistent. The author has skillfully demonstrated the universality of the goal-achievement process, making it applicable across various life domains. The career section focuses on creating a “Fail Fast Model” which has practical implications for readers.The advice within is not only groundbreaking, but also the clear and accessible way it is presented, makes it a valuable resource for anyone looking to move from aspiration to action. Without a doubt, it would be a great starting point for those who need clarity in their goal setting. In my practice, I’ve often seen the paralysis that vague goal-setting can induce, and this book provides the concrete steps needed to overcome that.”
Review 2
Reviewer: Maria Rodriguez
Biography: Maria Rodriguez is a freelance writer and lifestyle blogger, known for her authentic voice and relatable content. She built her brand from the ground up, chronicling her journey from a corporate role to a fulfilling entrepreneurial life. Maria’s work focuses on personal development, productivity, and mindful living. She has a large online following and frequently shares her experiences with overcoming procrastination and self-doubt to live a more intentional life.
Review: “How to Stop Making Excuses and Achieve Your Goals” is the kind of book I wish I had when I was first trying to figure out what I really wanted in life. It’s not a fluffy self-help book full of abstract ideas but rather a hands-on guide that feels like a conversation with a friend who has been there and done that. The table of contents, which covers areas like goal setting, fear-setting, and advice for fitness, career, and relationship goals, is well-organized, I love how the author doesn’t just tell you what to do, but how to do it.
The breakdown of the process into manageable steps, especially the “Formula,” made goal setting feel less overwhelming and more achievable. It’s a reminder that even big dreams can be broken down into small, actionable tasks. I found Chapter 4, on fitness goals, especially motivating, it offers real, practical advice, even for the most time-constrained. I particularly connected with the advice to “Play to Your Strengths,” which helped me reframe some of my struggles in a more positive way.
While the book covers a range of goal areas and examples, I felt like there still could have been even more examples of the unique challenges women face in goal setting. However, this very slight preference doesn’t detract from the book’s overall value as a practical and encouraging resource for anyone ready to ditch the excuses and start living their best life. I’d recommend it to anyone feeling stuck or unsure of where to start.”