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Education & Career Goals for 2006

It’s a new year and that means more resolutions and a fresh start. Although 49% of people in the United States make New Year’s Resolutions only 9% are actually able to achieve their goals. The reasons behind this follow through flop are lack of game plan, procrastination and lack of discipline.

Among resolutions made by Americans financial stability and change or growth in career are ranked in the top three. In this issue we’ll examine the five ways to follow through with these two New Years Resolutions.

1. Set realistic goals. If you’ve been getting in debt for years it wouldn’t be realistic to make a goal to be debt free in a matter of months. Like-wise if you have an associate’s degree it wouldn’t make sense to aim for a PhD by the end of the year. Instead set goals that challenge you but don’t easily defeat you.

2. Make a plan of action. Setting your goals is only the first step, now you have to figure out how to achieve them. Plotting a timeline of success is one of the best ways to do this. Changing your career? Make a list of occupations interest you. Write down things you love to do and find out if there is a career you can incorporate. Then seek out the information and education you need to get a jump start into your new career.

3. Get support from the people around you. People who achieve resolution success usually have some kind of support system. Whether it’s your family, friends or a professional, seeking help is the key to increasing your chances of completing your goals. Have a friend take some courses with you. Get a financial manager who can help you make a plan for financial stability. Even having family members to cheer you on will increase your success.

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