The Power of Goals

There is a palpable danger in actually writing down your goals for others to see - you run the risk of accomplishing them. Even the simple act of generating goals and committing them to paper (or email, or blog) can generate enormous amounts of resistance. However, once you master your resistance you'd be surprised at how many things can be completed with seemingly little effort.

The following is an email I sent to my friends from the Sage Creative Career Co-Op in celebration of the end of our latest 8-week goal cycle.

Tomorrow is day that all of our 8 week goals come due. I’m happy to say that I have essentially completed all of them. Thanks to all of you for helping create this structure and providing me with some much needed accountability. Here’s the rundown.

1) IN PROGRESS - I will meet with two more agencies and secure representation.

I’ve met with one agency and turned them down. Earlier today I got a phone call from RPM looking to setup an interview for representation. So while I haven’t secured representation I have been offered it and have another opportunity coming up.

2) COMPLETE - I will go into my agency interviews confident in my ability to book commercials and act on a film set.

While I’m not yet a pro from Dover, I fee way more confident in my abilities in the auditioning room than I have in the past. I’m sure this will continue to improve as I finish up Level I at A.C.T. It really is solid training, thanks for getting me into class Richard & Dava!

3) COMPLETE - I will have a 32" waist. I will eat healthy food that tastes great and keeps me energized. I will achieve my goal by participating in activities that I enjoy.

I found some great health buddies - my parents. We've been staying in touch via email and we've all managed to improve our health. I’ve now got a 31.75” waist (Down from 33.5"/34") and I’m eating far more fruits and veggies than I have in the past. I fell off the healthy eating wagon a bit once I hit 32" but once I get through the remaining 2 for $5 Ben & Jerry’s in my fridge I’ll be golden.

How are you all progressing towards your stated goals? Now would be a really great time to reflect and re-evaluate.