Step 9: Put your plan into action

Follow your plan

• Substitute your old behavior with new behavior that supports your goal.
• Use your list of alternative solutions when obstacles arise.

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” ~Michael Jordan

Make time to achieve your goal

Make small, continuous improvements in how you spend your time.

Remember, you have to make time to achieve your goal. If you’re looking for time, you won’t find any.

Use your support team

The team you recruited in Step 7 wants to help you and see you succeed!

Maintain a supportive environment and remember to be your own support.

“There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others.” ~George Shinn

“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that. The really great people make you feel that you, too, can become great.” ~Mark Twain

Reward yourself

Celebrate each success…no matter how small!

“Celebrate what you want to see more of.” ~Thomas J. Peters

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Step 10: Reflect on your week

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