Your goal is a prize worth pursuing. But at times staying on course can be frustrating.
It’s a process that GenuLines intends to help you with today.
Keep Your Eye On The Prize
Catchy statements are often used to help people get motivated. The title of this article is a common one.
Of course the prize is whatever goal or task you’re looking to take on.
But, to keep an eye on it, you first need to define it. You need a concrete plan that gives you step-by-step directions on what it will take to get the job done.
This isn’t easy.
Contacts
People aren’t always familiar with what the job entails. If this is the case, try to find someone who has done what you’re trying to do.
If you can find someone, set up an interview with them. Be sure to have a list of questions ready before the interview.
Some people may want payment for this interview while others may do it free of charge. You could offer other incentives such as bylines on a website or some other mention.
You’ll have more weight if you have an outlet that has authority, such as a magazine or website. It will also depend on how popular that outlet is.
Stay On Task
Try to keep the questions focused on accomplishing your goal. Ask what kinds of road blocks the person had to overcome and whether it took longer than anticipated.
Don’t be afraid to ask tough questions as your aim is not to publish the interview but to gather insight. If they happen to push back, then you can scale it back a bit.
Mentors
Another possibility is finding a mentor or a coach who will help you set up your goals for you. Make sure this person has the qualifications in the field or area that you are working in.
Coaches who are generalists may not be able to help you with specific situations that come up for you. You want someone who has been through it before.
Of course, this all depends on what you’re trying to do. If it’s general in nature, you could choose the generalist.
You may also be able to find information online.
And it can’t hurt to do an initial search (which you may already have done.) It’s prudent when doing this, to take much of what you find with a grain of salt and fact check as much as you can.
JohnK 7-11-2022
Overheard: “Be generous, be delicate, and always pursue the prize” ~Henry James
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