How the top 1% stick to their goals

This video is about how New Year's resolutions are ineffective and how to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals in order to achieve success.

This video by Davie Fogarty was published on Dec 10, 2022.
Video length: 08:50.

This video is about how the top 1% stick to their goals and achieve success.

The speaker emphasizes the importance of setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. They explain that most people fail to achieve their New Year's resolutions because they wait until the new year to take action, instead of acting immediately. The speaker shares their own experience of setting goals and taking immediate action to achieve them.

They also provide a science-backed formula for setting goals and increasing the chances of success.

• New Year's resolutions are ineffective and often lead to failure.
• People often give up on their resolutions when faced with challenges or setbacks.
• Successful people take immediate action and don't wait for the new year to make changes.
• Setting specific and measurable goals increases the chances of achieving them.
• Immediate action increases the chances of achieving goals and creating positive habits.

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Section 1: The Problem with New Year's Resolutions

• New Year's resolutions are ineffective and often lead to failure.
• People often give up on their resolutions when faced with challenges or setbacks.
• Setting non-specific resolutions and waiting until the new year to take action is a common mistake.
• Successful people take immediate action and don't wait for the new year to make changes.
• Waiting too long to make decisions and take action hinders progress.

Section 2: The Importance of Setting Specific and Measurable Goals

• Specific goals provide clarity and focus.
• Measurable goals allow for tracking progress and determining success.
• Setting specific and measurable goals increases the chances of achieving them.
• Examples of specific and measurable goals include losing a certain amount of weight or saving a specific amount of money.
• Without specific and measurable goals, it is difficult to evaluate progress and stay motivated.

Section 3: The SMART Goal-Setting Formula

• The SMART goal-setting formula stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
• Specific goals provide clarity and focus on the desired outcome.
• Measurable goals allow for tracking progress and determining success.
• Achievable goals are realistic and within reach.
• Relevant goals align with personal values and aspirations.
• Time-bound goals have a specific deadline for completion.

How the top 1% stick to their goals - YouTube

Section 4: The Importance of Taking Immediate Action

• Successful people take immediate action instead of waiting for the new year or the "perfect" time.
• Delaying action hinders progress and allows bad habits to persist.
• Examples of successful individuals, like Elon Musk, demonstrate the importance of taking immediate action.
• Waiting too long to make decisions and take action prevents success.
• Immediate action increases the chances of achieving goals and creating positive habits.

Setting SMART Goals

• Start small and work your way up to bigger goals.
• Ensure your goal is relevant to your overarching vision in life.
• Set a time limit for your goal to have a clear definition of success.
• Break down your goal into smaller, achievable steps.
• Create a plan for your diet and exercise to support your goal.

Creating Killer Habits

• Start with an incredibly small habit and gradually increase it.
• Never miss two days in a row to maintain discipline.
• Couple a new habit with an existing consistent habit.
• Create an environment that supports your habit.
• Visualize success and act as if you have already achieved it.
• Be patient and play the long game to sustain habits for the long term.

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