Feature Article: Deciding What You Want in 2009 (worksheet included)

A Note From Jack: The Canfield Group is Living "BIG" in 2009

Training & Events: The Success Principles Workshops

Jack Recommends: Watching The Dream Big Show

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Welcome to the new year, %$firstname$%!

Are you ready to get moving in 2009?

My coaching staff sure is! They wasted NO TIME in putting together a collective Vision Board in their offices. It's something everyone contributed to as a daily reminder of what they're wanting to create for themselves, and our customers in 2009.

What stands out most is their vision board mantra "LIVE BIG." (BIG as an acronym for Be In Gratitude) an inspiring daily affirmation to live in gratitude.

Will you be ushering in 2009 with optimism, gratitude, and clarity OR pessimism, lack and confusion?

Don't let a shrinking economy dictate your level of success or fulfillment! To thrive in 2009, it's essential to stay in gratitude, keep focused on your goals, learn new skills, take inspired actions, and develop supportive habits.

By maintaining a positive and joyous emotional state (and laser-like focus on what you want) you' re practically guaranteed to achieve your goals.

And that's exactly what I'm dedicated to helping you do in 2009 so this time next year you can be celebrating your successes and continuing on your path of living the life of your dreams.

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Be SURE to get registered for our first "Ask Jack Canfield" tele-training of the year and pick-up dozen of tips and strategies for kicking off 2009 on solid footing. I've already begun reviewing the hundreds of questions that come in daily and this will certainly be THE most important call of the year!

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You probably have a few New Years resolutions for yourself, but do you have written goals that are specific, measurable, and BIG enough to really take you to the next level?

If not, I’ve created a simple, yet effective, worksheet for plotting-out your goals and intentions for 2009. This fr.ee resource is available via download in today’s article, Decide What You Want.

Enjoy!

In love and gratitude,

Jack Canfield, America's #1 Success Coach
Taking you from where you are to where you want to be

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Stop Thinking About It and Start Living
The Life You've Always Envisioned for Yourself! 

Breakthrough to Success 2009:
August 9th - 15th, 2009 - Scottsdale, Arizona

Over the years, I've conducted a number of training programs and seminars around the world, but nothing compares to the week-long, life-changing experience I create for you at my annual Breakthrough to Success Workshop.

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If you've read dozens of self-improvement books, but you're still not where you want to be... if you've wanted to make the leap to a better career or more meaningful, fulfilling lifestyle, but can't seem to find the time or energy for your vision... I can help you set aside the barriers that are keeping you from reaching your goals and show you how to start living the life of your dreams.

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Decide What You Want for Yourself in 2009
by Jack Canfield

In order to get what you want, you must first decide what you want.

Most people really foul up at this crucial first step because they simply can’t see how it’s possible to get what they want — so they don’t even let themselves want it.

What scientists now know about how the brain works is that you must first decide the 'WHAT' before your brain can figure out the 'HOW'. Once you lock-in your desires, your mind and the universe can step in.

Are you ready to get started?

STEP 1: Decide to Dream BIG and Be Willing to Dream BIG Dreams
Big dreams not only inspire you, but they also compel others to want to play big, too. Don’t think you should only dream big during economic heydays. Dream big every day, especially during tough times.

As soon as you commit to a big dream and really go after it, your subconscious creative mind will come up with big ideas to make it happen. You’ll start attracting the people, resources, and opportunities you need into your life to make your dream come true.

STEP 2: Set Goals That Will Stretch You
Another value in giving yourself permission to go after the big dreams is that big dreams require you to grow in order to achieve them. In fact, in the long run, this is the greatest benefit you will receive from pursuing your dreams — not so much the outer trappings of fulfilling the dream (an expensive car, impressive house, loads of money and philanthropic opportunities), but who you become in the process.

As I’ve seen many times over, the outer symbols of success can all be easily lost. Houses burn down, companies go bankrupt, relationships end, cars get old, bodies age and fame wanes, but who you are, what you have learned, and the new skills you have developed never go away. These are the true prizes of success.

STEP 3: Service to Others
As you pinpoint what you want to go after, think about how you can be of service to others. When your dreams include this element, you’ll find yourself speeding along the path to accomplishing that goal. People want to be part of something that contributes and makes a difference.

STEP 4: Turn Your Dreams into Goals and Objectives
Once you are clear about what you want, you must turn each item into a measurable goal. By measurable, I mean measurable in space and time, how much and by when. Don’t just say that you want to lose weight, for instance. Be specific, push yourself to higher limits, and set dates. Say something like, “I want to lose 50 pounds by summer and participate in my community’s 10K for charity by the 4th of July.”

Similarly, your boss, your friends, your spouse, your brain — God, the Universe — can’t figure out what you want unless you specifically tell them what it is.

What do you want — exactly — and when do you want it by?

Step 5: Write Your Goals Down
Write your goals down in detail, and read your list of goals every day. This will keep your subconscious mind focused on what you want. For an even more powerful approach, close your eyes and focus on each goal and ask yourself, "What is one thing I could do today to move toward the achievement of this goal?" Write down your answers and take those actions.

I recommend writing down a minimum of 3 goals in each of the following 7 areas:

1. Financial Goals
2. Career/Business Goals
3. Free Time/Family Time
4. Health/Appearance Goals
5. Relationship Goals
6. Personal Growth
7. Making a Difference

If you want help getting started, I have a handy worksheet for you that models this formula, including examples. Click here to download this f.ree resource and start creating all that you want from your life and all that you deserve!

© 2008 Jack Canfield

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