7 Ways to Turn Your Dreams Into Reality

Dreams without action is a world of make believe.

There are two kinds of people in the world: those who accept their life, and those who lead their life. Some people just get up, look at their life and hope something good will happen.

The key to transforming dreams into reality is to set goals that can be broken down into doable steps. Is there a gap between what you know or the skills you have, and the information or the skills you need to actualize your dream? These seven steps will help.

1. Start with the end in mind

Determine your goals and ask yourself:Where do I want to be next year? What do I need to do accomplish these goals

2. Assess the skills or knowledge you'll need

Some goals won't require new skills or knowledge, but others will. What specific skills are needed to make your dreams come true?

3. Explore the best sources

Look for that optimal source for every skill you decide you need to learn. Is it going back to school or taking extra courses? Is it developing a relationship with mentors and co-workers who can teach you skills or give insights?

4. Create your learning agenda

You now have the information, so start creating your learning plan. It should lay out the skills and knowledge you need to acquire. It should include a timeline of where when you will go about it.. And , it should be in writing, no more than one page. It's too easy to lose your "ball" in the weeds.

5. Begin with the most important

Don't start with the hardest or the easiest. What is the most important thing you can do right now? Evaluate and rank them according to value. Enroll your action plan into M.I.T. (Most Important Thing)

6. Get moving

Execute. What is your W.O.W. Within One Week? What step will you commit to this next week?

And the utmost importance....

7. Identify your limiting beliefs

We all have them. When you identify them, they begin to lose power. Don't doubt your dream.

- I'm too young

- I'm too old

- I don't have the time

- I don't have the money

- I never follow through

- Someday I'll.......

Every time you do something you didn't think you could do, your confidence is built. Action leads to confidence more than confidence leads to action.

CONFIDENCE = POSITIVE SELF REGARD + COMPETENCE