Today's TQ

Daily Lessons in Intentional Excellence
Friday, March 20, 2026

Yes, You Can Get There From Here, But Is That Really Where You Want To Go?

Be sure that the goals you set will get you where you want to go.

Be certain that your destination is worthy of your journey before you start packing.

Today's TQ Challenge: Keep Goals Aligned with Core Personal Values.

Choose to be DETERMINED! What will your current goals bring you when they're accomplished?
Choose to be PURPOSEFUL! Think again. Will your current goals bring what you truly want?
Choose to be PASSIONATE! Are you sure you'll be satisfied as a result of your current goal's accomplishment? For how long?

Your most powerful and inspiring goals are those that are directly aligned with what you value most. Goals that are aligned with your life's mission are those that bring an ideal personal vision closer to reality. Mission based goals will deliver the greatest sense of pride and satisfaction once accomplished. You can only do so much in the time you have. Therefore, as you establish your goals, put them to the test: How connected are they to what you value most? If they're not -- change them or choose more "value-able" goals.

"Your goals, minus your doubts, equal your reality." ~ Ralph Marston

Think about it. How well and how often do you actually DO Set Goals Factor 4C?

"I set my goals so they are directly aligned with my life's mission."

A high commitment (4C rated 8 or better) suggests you consistently set goals that come directly from your heart. You know that each mission based goal achieved, brings you one step closer to what you truly want. The goals you achieve are extremely satisfying because they align perfectly with your highest and most desired values. You are proud of what you do -- and are committed to be the best. Focused on specific targets and highly "value-able" destinations, you are capable of maintaining a strong commitment to each goal -- even when things become more difficult than expected.

On the other hand...

A lack of commitment suggests you are someone who may choose any goal just to have one. Perhaps you've never determined what your most important values are. As a result, you have no compelling personal mission guiding your on-going efforts. Many times, you lose sight of what's important, and chase after things of less value, but more immediate gratification. If and when those goals are achieved, they rarely build upon one another -- and tend to be far less fulfilling than you had originially hoped.

What happens when you CHOOSE to do Factor 4C a bit more frequently?

Your goals are forged of fire and passion resulting in a white-hot commitment. You accumulate performance positives like "Satisfied, Passionate and Determined" -- immediately moving you towards the results you expect.

What happens when you FAIL to consistently do Factor 4C?

Your goals lack the purpose and the power to shift your innerdrive into overdrive. Negatives like "Disillusioned, Uncommitted and Inconsistent" start to take their toll on your performance -- quickly moving you away from the success you want.

Now Ask Yourself This...
Is Factor 4C Causing You Problems?

If you believe this factor is a key performance obstacle -- and that it's preventing you from realizing your personal dreams and goals -- then you need to improve it.

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