GOAL ASSIGNMENT – 15 points possible
State a specific Financial Goal – (3 pts)
Direct the Rider – List specific directions that will help you accomplish your goal. (4 pts.)
Tips:
-Follow the
ight spots. Think about what is already working for you and clone that behavior.
-Script the critical moves. Don’t think big picture, think in terms of specific behaviors.
-Point to the destination. Change is easier when you know where you’re going and why it’s worth it.
Motivate the Elephant – Discuss what you can do to get your emotions connected to the goal. (4 pts.)
Tips:
-Find the feeling. Try to feel something about your goal.
-Shrink the change. Break down the change until it no longer spooks the Elephant.
Shape the Path – Describe how you will change your environment or situation to help you succeed in accomplishing your goal. (4 pts.)
Tips:
-Tweak the environment. When the situation changes, the behavior changes. So change the situation.
-Build habits. Look for ways to encourage habits.