Two Concepts I Firmly Believe About Pursuing Difficult Goals
You can have a goal and you can have a difficult goal. People reach their goals all the time. However, the same can’t be said for difficult goals. By definition, most people will not be successful in their pursuit of a difficult goal. By difficult I’m referring to long term goals that require a minimum of 4 years effort.
You can’t pursue difficult goals the same way you pursue regular goals. When pursuing difficult goals, I firmly believe two fundamental concepts must be followed to increase the chance of success.
1) The Process is the Goal
When pursuing difficult goals, you must flip the script. The process must be the goal, and the goal must serve as your compass. When the process is the goal, then achieving your goal is 100% within your control. By having complete control, you eliminate all excuses. What’s more, your compass must be accurately set with the right goals so that you can ensure you’re following the right processes.
2) Even If You Aren’t an Athlete or Executive, You Still Need a Coach
Coaches are the best people to help you find the right goals to serve as your compass. This is why I believe everyone needs a coach. Unfortunately, the problem is that almost everyone other than athletes and executives ignore their need for coaching. We all should aspire to be different. Never let this be the reason for not achieving the difficult goals you pursue.