What’s your target this 2024? Tips to help you crush your goals

MANILA, Philippines — As we ease into 2024, some have already set their sights on the year's potential, while others are just beginning to ponder on what they want to pursue. 

Whether it's a career milestone, academic excellence or personal growth, outlining goals is one thing; however, staying focused and turning aspirations into reality is another challenge altogether.

So, how can you maintain the momentum and truly crush your goals this year? Here are some tips to help keep you on track.

Creating a dedicated workspace—both physical and digital—is essential for maintaining focus and minimizing distractions. 

Choose a quiet and comfortable area, organizing essential tools and supplies within reach to avoid unnecessary disruptions. The same applies for your digital space, try to organize files into folders and delete unnecessary stuff (like subscribed newsletters you don’t read, or screenshots you’ll no longer use). 

As Mari Kondo puts it: if it doesn’t spark joy, discard it. 

Some people get lazy or even intimidated in tracking goals, but keeping a vision board or a progress journal is a powerful habit. 

You can think of it as a motivational board where you list achievements, setbacks and lessons—be it through photos, scribbles or as simple as bullets. By doing this, you do not only articulate short-term and long-term goals but also provide a visual snapshot of your journey.

Try to make time to reflect on your progress daily as it allows you to celebrate successes and make necessary adjustments to your strategies, fostering continuous improvement and growth.

We’ve all been there—waking up, feeling overwhelmed or sometimes even annoyed because we know the day’s filled with daunting tasks we need to finish.

To ease into the day, consider starting with at least three simple tasks before tackling more challenging ones. This approach allows you to accomplish small wins early on, cultivating a sense of achievement that can serve as motivation for tackling larger goals as the day progresses.

This positive momentum can help set a tone for your overall productivity for the rest of the day.

Creating a routine with designated time blocks is a systematic way to manage your