Posts by Phil Klutts
Green Eggs and Ham
Dr. Seuss books are classic reads, and we pick one up in our house quite often. Last night, one of my boys picked Green Eggs and Ham. As I sat on his bed reading, I heard a different message than normal. I have always read Green Eggs and Ham with the idea that you should…
Read MoreDetour Ahead
How do you deal with the detours of life? I took this picture last week as I was driving home. This road closure is a mile from my house and has caused me to go a mile out of my way and plan different routes than normal. I’ve heard people that are frustrated with this detour,…
Read MoreAre you satisfied with your success?
Reaching your goals shouldn’t result in being disappointed or questioning what you worked towards. Aligning to your values and vision for your life mean you can reach your goals with satisfaction. This can look different for you depending on your situation. Your goals can be different than other people’s, even if your are striving for…
Read MoreIntermediate Goals
If you missed the past two blog posts, now would be a great time to check them out: Long-Term Goals and Short-Term Goals. Last week, I mentioned aligning your short-term goals with your long-term goals to be most effective. This is not always as easy as it sounds. Many of us have grand visions of…
Read MoreEffective Short-Term Goals
If this blog wasn’t proof enough for you to know, let me be frank. I am a goal oriented individual. I like setting goals, taking action to reach them and marking them off my list. I feel a sense of accomplishment and it keeps me motivated to move forward. Short-term goals achieve this satisfaction for…
Read MoreLong-Term Goals in 3 Steps
When goal setting, it is always best to start with your long-term goals. Long-term goals are big goals, which means you usually will not see daily progress. Small steps add up in the long run, but often you will feel as though you are moving at a snail’s pace and not making much headway. It’s…
Read MoreHow long will it take you to reach your goal?
Goals come in different timeframes. You can accomplish many goals tomorrow, and others may take twenty years to complete. Consider the following when categorizing goals: – Short-term: 1 year or less – Intermediate: 1-5 years – Long-term: 5+ years. Most people have long-term goals for their life. Careers, families, wealth, and health usually fall in the…
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