Copyright Reserved Thank You Thank you for downloading the presentation slides associated with chapter #2 in the Goal Setting for Students® book. This free set of slides will help you explain how to set and achieve goals. The larger 50+ slide presentation correlates with the other chapters in the book. It helps teenagers learn how to use these principles in school, how to stay positive and focused, how to overcome potential roadblocks and how they can invest in their future success. We did not include notes because we made the presentation as self explanatory as possible. However, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call. Thank you for helping teenagers succeed! John Bishop St Louis, Mo, USA

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Copyright Reserved Chapter 2 Principles of Goal Setting What to Expect Why Goals Are Important? Goal Setting 101 Four Key Questions to Ask Dreams vs. Goals Quotes for Discussion Points for Discussion

Copyright Reserved Why Goals are Important? Dream + Action Steps + Target Date = Goal Goals provide direction, a sense of accomplishment and they define your growth and development. 1. Roadmaps - You would drive to Los Angeles without one? 2. Recipes – Would you make the Thanksgiving dinner without them? Why go through life without goals? Goals are your roadmap for a successful education and life.

Copyright Reserved Goal Setting 101 Clearly define the challenge facing you. What issue, problem or desire are you trying to change or achieve? Examples of misguided challenge definitions: Low grade in class – Teachers fault vs. lack of effort on your part? Need more money – Quitting the part-time job vs. doing extra work and talking to your boss.

Copyright Reserved Goal Setting 101 It is very important to write down your Goal, Action Steps and Target Date Use the positive, action-oriented words – I can and I will in your goal statement and with your action steps Read your goal every day Stretch your abilities

Copyright Reserved Stretching Your Abilities There is a big difference between stretching out of your “comfort zone” and setting unrealistic goals. ___________ Start with goals that stretch your capabilities and then build on your successes.

Copyright Reserved The Four Key Questions Establish your goals by answering these questions: 1. Challenge Why do I want it? Define the desire or challenge facing you. 2. Goal What do I want? Write down the goal you want to achieve. 3. Action Steps How will I get it? Your specific action plan to reach your goal. 4.Target Dates When do I want it? The completion date to reach your goal.

Copyright Reserved Dreams vs. Goals Goal Setting is like shooting an arrow. You may want to hit the target, but if you don’t take action – shooting the arrow – you only have a dream. The difference between a dream and a goal is ACTION.

Copyright Reserved Quotes for Discussion Do you agree with these quotes? Explain. “ You have to dream so you can get up in the morning.” Billy Wilder “Great minds have purpose, others have wishes.” Washington Irving “Tell me the company you keep and I’ll tell you what you are.” Miguel de Cervantes

Copyright Reserved Points for Discussion What is the difference between a dream and a goal? What are the four key questions in goal setting? Why is it important to correctly define the challenge you face? Why are goals important?

Copyright Reserved You are a Winner!! This is your life! Your goals! Your success! Goal = Dream + Action Steps + Target Date

Copyright Reserved Thank You for Helping Students Succeed