Recommit to One Goal You Have Neglected
Last week, we focused on practicing gratitude to maintain a positive outlook in business. This week, it is time to revisit the goals you may have set aside and breathe new life into them. Life and business can sometimes pull us in many directions, and it is natural for certain goals to lose momentum. Recommitting to one neglected goal is an opportunity to realign your focus and make meaningful progress.
Why Recommitting to a Goal Matters
Goals left unattended don’t disappear—they often linger, creating a sense of unfinished business.
By recommitting to a neglected goal, you can:
Reignite Momentum: Pick up where you left off and move closer to success.
Learn from the Delay: Assess what caused the slowdown and address it.
Achieve a Sense of Accomplishment: Completing a neglected goal restores confidence and motivation.
Revisiting your goals ensures you are not leaving potential growth opportunities untapped.
Step 1: Identify a Neglected Goal
Start by reviewing the goals you set earlier this year. Look for one that has stalled or fallen off your radar.
Ask Yourself:
Which goal did I plan to prioritize but haven’t acted on?
What made me excited about this goal when I first set it?
How does this goal align with my long-term vision for my business?
Pro Tip:
Choose a goal that feels achievable within the next few months to create a quick win.
Step 2: Pinpoint the Barriers
Once you have identified your neglected goal, reflect on why progress has stalled.
Questions to Consider:
Were there external factors, such as time constraints or unexpected challenges?
Did I lose interest or question the goal’s relevance?
Was the goal too broad or overwhelming?
Pro Tip:
Write down the specific barriers you have faced. Acknowledging them makes it easier to plan a way forward.
Step 3: Create a Recommitment Plan
Now that you have identified the goal and its barriers, it is time to map out a path to success.
Steps to Take:
Refine the Goal: Use the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) to make it clear and actionable.
Set a Milestone: Choose one smaller milestone to focus on in the next two weeks.
Schedule Time: Block time on your calendar for specific tasks related to this goal.
Pro Tip:
Share your recommitment plan with an accountability partner to stay on track.
This Week’s Challenge
This week, pick one task that will jumpstart progress on your neglected goal.
For example:
If you have delayed launching a marketing campaign, draft an outline this week.
If you planned to improve your website, research platforms or tools you need.
If you intended to build stronger client relationships, schedule a call or send a thank-you note.
Small actions lead to big results when done consistently. By recommitting to your goal, you are prioritizing your business growth and staying aligned with your vision.
