There are different goals, there are a huge number of them. And how can we make sure that quantity also turns into quality? Let's look at 2 main types of goals: Long-term Short-term Long-term are goals that will take a lot of time to complete. As a rule, goals are considered long-term if their implementation period exceeds 6 months. Long-term goals are mainly aimed at significant results. This type of goal requires particularly careful thought, since planning on a long-term basis is quite difficult. In addition, the executor of the goal requires great willpower, since the result does not appear late. An ideal option for those who want a lot and know how to wait. Short-term goals are goals that require less than 6 months to complete. They are usually used to break a close-up into smaller components. These goals allow you to see results in a short period of time, increasing the motivation of the performer. This type of goal is used most often, as it does not require much effort. Short-term and long-term goals cannot exist without each other; they complement and systematize your activities. Each type of goal requires a special approach and method of implementation. That is why it is very important at first to decide exactly what goal you have set for yourself. In the future, this will make the task much easier, since you will know approximately what methods to perform it. Recommendations: By setting a long-term goal and checking whether it is really yours? And is it environmentally friendly? Break your long-term goal into several short-term goals. This can be done by asking the question “What do I need to do to achieve this goal?”, i.e. What can I do now to get what I want in a year (2, 3 - 5 years). Write down your long-term and short-term goals and start implementing your plans. When setting goals, remember that there are goals that do not depend on you. For example: The coach’s goal is to ensure that the student takes first place at the All-Russian Championship. However, no matter how hard the coach tries, the decisive role will still depend on the student. If the goal is real and depends on you, then its implementation is in your hands! Here one question arises: HOW to make this a powerful and effectively working tool in your own life? There are many ways, but the 2 most common ones are: learn from a person who knows these techniques, then there will be fewer mistakes (they will warn you about them and tell you how to do better) and, accordingly, efficiency will increase faster and easier. Or learn from your own mistakes and gain experience. Over time, there will be fewer and fewer errors and greater efficiency. And the choice of path is always yours! Author: Ekaterina Kuznetsova