Why Goal "Setting" Doesn't Work

Read any personal development book and you are nearly always advised that "setting goals" is the main key to success. But why is it that so many people try goal setting, only to fail and become disillusioned with the idea?

The answer is because, while important, the actual "setting" of goals is only part of the process. Anyone can set a goal to be a billionaire by next Wednesday. It should be relatively obvious that you need to do a little more than just choosing something, then sitting back and waiting for the courier to arrive with it in a box.

This doesn't mean that goal achievement is hugely complex. In fact, it's relatively easy when you know all the pieces of the puzzle. The key is to understand and apply all those pieces.

Super-achievers don't just view their goals in isolation - they don't just set a goal, then go on with their life as normal. They have developed "goal-centered lifestyles," in which their goals are part of their day-to-day lives.

The benefits of choosing this way of life is that people are more focused, at peace with themselves, more financially secure, have fulfilling relationships, are happier and - of course - achieve far more than most people could even dream about. If they want to become rich, they do so. If they want to have a great body, they know how to make it a reality.

The sad fact is that only a small percentage of the population choose to live their lives this way. The rest choose the alternative, which leads them to life passing them by, and missing out on the great opportunities out there right now.

For more information on the differences between the goal-centered lifestyle (and the alternative that most people live by), visit: http:// www.goalguide.com