Do one small thing each day to move toward whatever goal you are trying to achieve. That way, it doesn’t seem impossible to get there.

– Andrea Martin

Have a small number of goals. Even just one. Make that goal one that will have far-reaching impact on the well-being of your life and the lives of those your love.

– Diane Ury

If I know that a person who I am constantly held accountable to loves me enough to ask consistently how I am doing on a resolution, I am much more likely to keep it.

– Bill Ury

The best advice is to tell someone. Telling a trusted friend who will help us stick to it is key for achieving goals and keeping it realistic.

– Captain Stephanie Pavlakis

Set intentions before each week starts so that you can go into each new week with a renewed mindset.

– Olivia Scherzer

Enlist an accountability or encouragement partner. Having someone there who’s really good at spurring you on or adding the pressure you need to continue really comes in handy.

– Maryam Outlaw

Take small, actionable steps! Instead of “Get Organized,” break it down into achievable goals. Organize junk drawer by X date, organize coat closet by X date, etc. You’re more likely to achieve the goal if the steps are smaller and you give yourself a deadline.  

– Major Jamie Satterlee

Be specific and consider your timeline. Check out #Goals by Victoria Greenwald on peermag.org for practical tips!

– Elizabeth Hanley

Keep them realistic and don’t stress yourself out.

– Gloria Hull

Set smaller, more achievable goals to allow for more noticeable progress.

– David Reardon

Take things one step at a time. Start with short term/attainable goals to reach a bigger goal. Don’t be so hard on yourself and don’t give up. 

– Keren Alvarado

Create intentional steps with mini milestones to keep yourself motivated.

– Makeda Sheffield