What are the best ways to overcome procrastination in goal setting?

1. Break goals into smaller tasks. 2. Set specific deadlines for each task. 3. Use time-blocking techniques to allocate dedicated time for goal-related activities. 4. Eliminate distractions during work periods. 5. Reward yourself for completing tasks. 6. Utilize accountability partners or apps. 7. Practice self-compassion and forgive setbacks. 8. Reflect on progress regularly.

Even before you set your goal, ask yourself what is it that it’s important for you right now, what do you feel will move the needle in your business right now, or that you feel you have been compromising on that you are ready to change. Get really clear on why that’s important to you. This is what will give direction for your goal, keep you motivated. It’s what will drive you to take action and to preserver towards your goal. This will also ensure that you are pursuing a goal that is aligned with you rather than maybe doing something you think you should be doing or that others are doing. Once you’re clear on this, set your goal: start with a verb, define it with a #, % or ￡ and add a by date.

It’s important to ensure your goals are ALIGNED for you; nit what you think you should achieve, not what someone else says you should, not the same goals as last year or anything else. They need to be true for you, come from a place of possibility and potential and feel really exciting (even if also a bit scary!). Then and only then should you look to use SMART and get them specific, but this is a crucial step too especially for business goals. Just stay open to the ‘how’ as this stage and focus on the end result, what it will give you and how you’ll feel.

Once you have set a goal, spend 10 minutes brainstorming all the steps that go to achieving that goal, down to the minute. Include even those steps that you’re not sure how to do yet (because there will be some like that too), or you haven’t got all the resources to complete. This is about being open to learning and walking in a new territory which most goals will require you to do. Doing this will give you incredible clarity and by understanding all the steps you’ll be ready to take action straight away.

Goals, especially big or long term goals, need breaking down into more manageable tasks or steps. First do a brainstorm of all the ideas, tasks, activities, strategies etc that you could implement to achieve your goal. Then decide which ones you’re going to do and start to plan them out on a planner (for any goals from 3-months or more). Then you will have an action plan week by week or day by day which is much easier to implement and will reduce procrastination. This the system I teach in my Soul-Aligned Success Goal Setting and Planning Process.

Effective time management is indeed essential in combating procrastination. By allocating dedicated time slots for your goals and utilizing tools to organize and prioritize tasks, you can create a structured framework that minimizes distractions and maximizes productivity. Consistency in following your schedule and focusing on high-priority tasks can help you stay on track and make steady progress towards achieving your objectives. Developing a routine that aligns with your goals can significantly enhance your efficiency and motivation, ultimately leading to greater success in overcoming procrastination.

Having an accountability partner can be a game-changer when it comes to combating procrastination. The presence of someone who holds you accountable and supports your goals can provide an extra layer of motivation and encouragement. When you know that someone is checking in on your progress, it creates a sense of responsibility and can push you to stay committed and focused. Additionally, having someone to share your challenges and successes with can make the journey more enjoyable and fulfilling. By choosing the right accountability partner, you can create a supportive and empowering environment that helps you overcome procrastination and achieve your goals.

Visualization is a powerful tool that can help you stay focused, motivated, and committed to your goals. By vividly imagining yourself achieving success, you can create a sense of excitement and anticipation that propels you towards taking action. This mental rehearsal not only boosts your confidence but also helps you maintain a positive mindset and overcome obstacles along the way. Incorporating visualization into your daily routine can enhance your productivity and effectiveness, making it easier to combat procrastination and stay on track towards achieving your goals.

The missing (and essential) piece from the above summary of this step is that when you visualise (or journal if you don’t see internally) you need to FEEL. Feel the emotions and sensations in your body as if it’s really happening. This raises your frequency and links your energy now to the frequency you want and is essential to manifesting.

Recently I've struggled with this issue and what helped me a lot was reminding myself every day what I'm looking for. It's just like having a laser that you should keep it focused on your goal.

Before you even start to visualise success you need to understand and align with your goals and what they are going to deliver to your business in terms of productivity, people and profit. Some people struggle to visualise. So a physical prompt like a photo or a vision board can be a useful tool to help maintain focus. It is also important to know what success will feel like to you. Everyone's definition will be different and influenced by parents, school, cultural norms and the wider culture. For some people, it will be the satisfaction of a job well done. For others success is defined by impact. Do you know what your version off success is?

Fear or a lack of belief is often what really leads to procrastination (although it can be other things like overwhelm or not knowing how to do something). So it’s essential to be aware of what’s causing any procrastination and to deal with it so it doesn’t slow you down or stop you altogether. I use a very simple, powerful, fast and effective energy-clearing method to clear fears and shift limiting beliefs so you can move beyond any procrastination with excitement and motivation, building momentum towards your goals.