Today's TQ

Daily Lessons in Intentional Excellence
Monday, March 2, 2026

Can You See The Steps To Your Dream?

A plan is a vision written down full precise detail.

Any vision is possible with the right plan and the right action. Get it in writing now.

Today's TQ Challenge: Write Complete Action Plans for Major Goals.

Choose to be WELL-PLANNED! Does your favorite vision have a detailed written plan for its implementation?
Choose to be WELL-PREPARED! Where in your schedule can you find time to write in the details for your vision's plan?
Choose to be SELF-DIRECTED! What tasks will you add to your To Do List from the details of your vision today?

A goal without a plan is merely a wish without a hope. There is no way you can accomplish something if you don't know how to proceed. Written plans are the essential instructions for how to reach a goal. A plan is simply a detailed map outlining the steps to accomplish your goal as quickly and easily as possible. At a minimum, it includes a complete list of objectives and resource requirements -- all organized in correct chronological order.

"Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success." ~ Stephen A. Brennan

Think about it. How well and how often do you actually DO Make Plans Factor 5A?

"I maintain a written action plan for each of my major goals."

A high commitment (5A rated 8 or better) suggests you have both a goal and a plan. You're inspired enough to have goals -- and methodical enough to develop written plans. With a detailed plan in hand, you're already halfway there. You've overcome the fear and uncertainty of not knowing what to do next, and have a clear set of directives with an excellent chance of success. With a detailed written plan in hand, you proceed confidently toward each of your major goals.

On the other hand...

A lack of commitment suggests you are someone whose goals often remain nothing but illusive wishes. You rarely make the progress you'd like. It may not be from lack of effort. You are working hard but too much time is spent on activities that prove to be of little benefit. Lacking specific instructions, you have neither a clear direction for what to do next, nor any way to chart your progress. Sure, some goals are being achieved by trial and error -- but many aren't -- and more are taking far longer to achieve than they should.

What happens when you CHOOSE to do Factor 5A a bit more frequently?

You have realistic goals, because you have real plans. You accumulate performance positives like "Well-Planned, Well-Prepared and Informed" -- immediately moving you towards the results you expect.

What happens when you FAIL to consistently do Factor 5A?

Many of your most cherished goals are begging for better results. Negatives like "Haphazard, Shortsighted and Unprepared" start to take their toll on your performance -- quickly moving you away from the success you want.

Now Ask Yourself This...
Is Factor 5A 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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